1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 5,786 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL (367 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 315 kg more than 1977 Buick LeSabre. 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick LeSabre | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LeSabre | CL |
Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 5786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 367 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 88 L |