1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Buick LeSabre (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (310 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 173 kg more than 1951 Buick LeSabre.
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 E (730 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Buick LeSabre. (517 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LeSabre | E |
Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3523 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 517 Nm | 730 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 151 L | 80 L |