1979 Buick Regal vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E

To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Regal would be higher. At 4,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 557 kg more than 1979 Buick Regal. 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Regal. (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Regal.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Buick Regal 1996 Mercedes-Benz E
Make Buick Mercedes-Benz
Model Regal E
Year Released 1979 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4348 cc 4266 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 119 HP 275 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1495 kg 2052 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2720 mm


 

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