1979 Buick Electra 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 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 183 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E.
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 (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Electra. (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Electra | E |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1642 kg |