1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 58 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 3,523 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Buick LeSabre (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 133 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 1951 Buick LeSabre (517 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Buick LeSabre | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LeSabre | C |
Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 517 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
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 | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 151 L | 66 L |