1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 55 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Buick LeSabre (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 62 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, 1951 Buick LeSabre (517 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (461 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 1951 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK has manual transmission. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1951 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick LeSabre | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LeSabre | CLK |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 517 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 151 L | 62 L |
