1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick LeSabre | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LeSabre | CL |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 831 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2960 mm |