1951 Buick 40 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Buick 40 (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick 40 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Buick 40 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 1951 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz A, 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, 1951 Buick 40 (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1951 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Buick 40 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 40 | A |
Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4066 cc | 1699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 78.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2570 mm |