1950 Buick 40 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,065 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1950 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 50 kg more than 1950 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1950 Buick 40 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1950 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Buick 40 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 40 | C |
Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4065 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 68.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2720 mm |