2000 Buick LeSabre vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2000 Buick LeSabre is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2000 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 16 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Because 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick LeSabre | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LeSabre | 500 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
