1999 Buick Regal vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Regal would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (451 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1999 Buick Regal. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 220 kg more than 1999 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Regal. (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Regal | 2010 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Regal | C |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 451 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4727 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |
