1987 Buick Skylark vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1987 Buick Skylark is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 (158 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1987 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1987 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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1987 Buick Skylark | 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Skylark | 300 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3160 mm |