1979 Buick Regal vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 30 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), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 500 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Regal. (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Regal | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Regal | CL |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4348 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2890 mm |