1984 Buick LeSabre vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (613 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 509 more horse power than 1984 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 679 kg more than 1984 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (1,001 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 750 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick LeSabre | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LeSabre | S |
Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 613 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 1001 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 2275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1488 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3165 mm |