1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz G. (207 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz G.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Buick Roadmaster. (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Buick Roadmaster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Roadmaster | 2012 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Roadmaster | G |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4686 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
