1955 Buick 40 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Buick 40 (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 74 kg more than 1955 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, 1955 Buick 40 (447 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (311 Nm). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Buick 40 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 40 | E |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5277 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1799 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2720 mm |
