1954 Buick 70 vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 70 would be higher. At 5,274 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (286 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1954 Buick 70. (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 weights approximately 21 kg more than 1954 Buick 70. 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, both vehicles can yield 410 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 70 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 70 | 400 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5274 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 3150 mm |