1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 31 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, 1976 Buick LeSabre (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 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, 1976 Buick LeSabre (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (340 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick LeSabre | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LeSabre | C |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |