1954 Buick 70 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 48 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1954 Buick 70. (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 152 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (801 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 70. (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 70.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 70 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 70 | S |
Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5274 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 801 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 87 mm |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 2135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2720 mm |