1987 Buick Regal vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 13 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Buick Regal (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. (157 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Regal | 220 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |