1949 Buick 40 vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Buick 40 (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. (110 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1949 Buick 40.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Buick 40 | 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 40 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1750 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |
