1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 33 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 349 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick LeSabre | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LeSabre | E |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |