1953 Buick 40 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Viano (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1953 Buick 40. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1953 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 420 kg more than 1953 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, 1953 Buick 40 (304 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1953 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Buick 40 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 40 | Viano |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4315 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.9 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 2085 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3210 mm |
