1988 Buick Electra vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1988 Buick Electra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,329 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1988 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1988 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 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 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. 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, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Electra | 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Electra | 600 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6329 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3910 mm |