1979 Buick Regal vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1979 Buick Regal is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 4,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Regal (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. (59 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 270 kg more than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. 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, 1979 Buick Regal (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. (118 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. 1979 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 has manual transmission. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Regal | 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Regal | 190 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4348 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
