1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 33 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 400 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick LeSabre | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LeSabre | SL |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |