1950 Buick 40 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 60 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G (207 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1950 Buick 40.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Buick 40. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Buick 40 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 40 | G |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4065 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1824 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2850 mm |
