1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. (178 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 210 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 (255 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Buick |
| Model | 300 | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 59 L |
