1954 Buick 40 vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz S (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 1954 Buick 40 (309 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz S. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 1973 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 40 | S |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 2746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2870 mm |
