1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1992 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 455 kg more than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. (275 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. 1992 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1992 Buick Roadmaster | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Roadmaster | 300 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 100 L |