1954 Buick 40 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 50 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (189 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 70 kg more than 2004 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) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (260 Nm). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 40 | C |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1605 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2840 mm |
