1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Wildcat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Wildcat would be higher. At 4,261 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. (275 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 567 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
Because 1985 Buick Wildcat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat 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, 1985 Buick Wildcat (551 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Wildcat | S |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 4261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3090 mm |
