1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 vs. 2012 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. (287 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 168 kg more than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 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 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave, 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | 2012 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Buick |
| Model | 400 | Enclave |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1842 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3020 mm |
