1978 Buick Regal vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 35 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), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 110 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Regal | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Regal | SLK |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4134 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |
