1987 Buick Electra vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300D
To start off, 1987 Buick Electra is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300D would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300D (158 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1987 Buick Electra. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300D should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300D weights approximately 450 kg more than 1987 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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1987 Buick Electra | 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300D | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Electra | 300D |
Year Released | 1987 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3160 mm |