1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G 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 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz G 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 G | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LeSabre | G |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 96 L |
