1986 Buick Regal vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450
To start off, 1986 Buick Regal is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 would be higher. At 4,519 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Regal (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1986 Buick Regal.
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, 1986 Buick Regal (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450. (359 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Regal | 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Regal | 450 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4519 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |