1978 Buick Regal vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 33 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (156 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Regal | C |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |