1954 Buick 70 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 59 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (245 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1954 Buick 70. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 288 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Buick 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will offer significantly more control. 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 70 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (340 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 70 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 70 | C |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5274 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4591 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2760 mm |
