1979 Buick Electra vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 94 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (461 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Electra. (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Electra | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Electra | E |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1919 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |