1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK (268 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 55 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Roadmaster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Roadmaster | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Roadmaster | SLK |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| 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 | 1840 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
