1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 105 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E.
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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Roadmaster | 2012 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Roadmaster | E |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1735 kg |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 80 L |