1954 Buick 70 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 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 70 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1954 Buick 70. (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 12 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 70. (410 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 70.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 70 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 70 | CL |
Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5274 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2890 mm |