1952 Buick 40 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK (301 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1952 Buick 40. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1952 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 25 kg more than 1952 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Buick 40 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 40 | CLK |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2860 mm |
