1980 Buick Electra vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,261 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (275 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 197 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (415 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (278 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Electra | 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Electra | S |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 4261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 88 L |
