1953 Buick 40 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,315 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1953 Buick 40. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1953 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Buick 40 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Buick 40. (304 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Buick 40 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 40 | C |
Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4315 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.9 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2720 mm |