1951 Buick 40 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1951 Buick 40. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1951 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 360 kg more than 1951 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Buick 40 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 40 | CL |
Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4066 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 531 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 90.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2960 mm |