1954 Buick 40 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 54 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (309 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 40 | CL |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2960 mm |
