1979 Buick Century vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 32 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 422 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (699 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Century | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Century | E |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3213 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1443 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2875 mm |