1978 Buick Regal vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 355 kg more than 1978 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Regal | 2003 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Regal | E |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
