2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2005 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. (177 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 782 kg more than 2005 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 1943 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 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse, 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, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (305 Nm). This means 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LaCrosse | 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LaCrosse | 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 5401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 111 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 5.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 120 L |
