1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 6,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK (192 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 289 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (271 Nm). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick LeSabre | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LeSabre | SLK |
Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 271 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |