1988 Buick Electra vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (454 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1988 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 220 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Electra | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Electra | C |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 454 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2760 mm |