1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1999 Buick LeSabre is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 (231 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Buick LeSabre. (203 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick LeSabre | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LeSabre | 300 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 88.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80.3 mm |
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 | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2810 mm |