1984 Buick Electra vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 27 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 641 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.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Electra. (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Electra | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Electra | S |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2091 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3165 mm |