1994 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1994 Buick Roadmaster. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1994 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 114 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Buick Roadmaster. (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Buick Roadmaster.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Buick Roadmaster | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Roadmaster | SL |
Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |