2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 176 kg more than 1978 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Buick |
| Model | C | Century |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 3788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1606 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
