2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 19 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 70 more horse power than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 193 kg more than 2009 Buick Lucerne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (463 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (322 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 1990 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Lucerne | S |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 5547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 463 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2950 mm |