1987 Buick Regal vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 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 65 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 15 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Regal | 240 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |