1987 Buick Skylark vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1987 Buick Skylark is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. (109 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1987 Buick Skylark.
Because 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Skylark, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. 1987 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Buick Skylark | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Skylark | 300 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |