2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 (219 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 346 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 (329 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Lucerne | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Lucerne | 420 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 219 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2460 mm |