1984 Buick Electra vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 495 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 78 kg more than 1984 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (781 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Electra | 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Electra | SLR McLaren |
Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4127 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 781 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1768 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 98 L |