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, 1976 Buick LeSabre (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 350 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (400 Nm @ 2000 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 | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |