1979 Buick Century vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz S (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 460 kg more than 1979 Buick Century. 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz S (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Century | 1997 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Century | S |
Year Released | 1979 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |