1951 Buick 40 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 58 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 5,980 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (604 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 485 more horse power than 1951 Buick 40. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1951 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (1,000 Nm @ 200 RPM) has 708 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick 40 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 40 | S |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 5980 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3170 mm |
