1955 Buick 40 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 56 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 24 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. (210 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 635 kg more than 1955 Buick 40.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Buick 40. (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Buick 40 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 40 | R |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5277 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2360 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3216 mm |
