1979 Buick Electra vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1979 Buick Electra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1979 Buick Electra. 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Electra. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Electra | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Electra | 600 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3910 mm |