1987 Buick Regal vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Regal would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 145 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Regal | CLS |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |