1999 Buick Regal vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1999 Buick Regal is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 (231 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 70 kg more than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Because 1989 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 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal, 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, 1999 Buick Regal (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Regal | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Regal | 300 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2810 mm |
