1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 1976 Buick LeSabre is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 6,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick LeSabre (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 315 kg more than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. 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, 1976 Buick LeSabre (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. (216 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. 1976 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 has manual transmission. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick LeSabre | 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LeSabre | 250 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
