1978 Buick Regal vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 34 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Regal | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Regal | R |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3216 mm |
