1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380
To start off, 1993 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 (215 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 434 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Buick Roadmaster | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Roadmaster | 380 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3818 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 90 L |