1952 Buick 40 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 54 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 5,437 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1952 Buick 40. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1952 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Buick 40 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 40 | C |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 5437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2720 mm |
