2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 weights approximately 126 kg more than 2006 Buick Lucerne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 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 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne, 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, 2006 Buick Lucerne (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350. (287 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Lucerne | 350 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 65.8 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 | 1550 kg | 1676 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |
