1979 Buick Regal vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 19 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (349 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 325 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (530 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Regal. (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Regal | 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Regal | SL |
Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4348 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 349 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |