1988 Buick Electra vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S
To start off, 1988 Buick Electra is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 55 kg more than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S 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 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra, 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, 1988 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. 1988 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S has manual transmission. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1988 Buick Electra | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Electra | 300S |
Year Released | 1988 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2910 mm |