1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 192 kg more than 1990 Buick LeSabre.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick LeSabre | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LeSabre | SL |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 257 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1848 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |