1996 Buick LeSabre vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 1996 Buick LeSabre and 1996 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,985 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1996 Buick LeSabre. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 690 kg more than 1996 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mercedes-Benz S 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 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Buick LeSabre, 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (570 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick LeSabre | 1996 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LeSabre | S |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |