1952 Buick 40 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 60 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 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (168 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1952 Buick 40. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1952 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 163 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Buick 40 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 40 | E |
Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4066 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1798 kg |