1980 Buick Electra vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 770
To start off, 1980 Buick Electra is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 770. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 770 would be higher. At 7,655 cc (8 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 770 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 770 (154 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 770 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 770 weights approximately 1710 kg more than 1980 Buick Electra. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Electra | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 770 | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Electra | 770 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1941 |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 7655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 3400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 6010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3890 mm |
