1982 Buick Estate vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (408 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1982 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1982 Buick Estate. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick Estate. (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick Estate | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Estate | 600 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6596 cc | 5987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 408 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 2230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3150 mm |