2008 Buick Enclave vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2008 Buick Enclave is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (297 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Buick Enclave. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick Enclave. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Enclave weights approximately 50 kg more than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 1990 Mercedes-Benz S 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 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Buick Enclave, 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (463 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick Enclave. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Enclave | 1990 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Enclave | S |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2950 mm |
