1954 Buick 40 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 42 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (151 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1996 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, 1954 Buick 40 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 40 | C |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1365 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2970 mm |
