1987 Buick Regal vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is newer by 26 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (276 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. (237 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 599 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (617 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (489 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal. 1987 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2013 Mercedes-Benz M has manual transmission. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Buick Regal | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Regal | M |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 617 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4804 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2141 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2915 mm |