1987 Buick Electra vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450
To start off, 1987 Buick Electra is newer by 15 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, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1987 Buick Electra. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 150 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.
Because 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 (359 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Electra. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Electra | 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Electra | 450 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4519 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2820 mm |