1956 Buick 40 vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Buick 40 would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Buick 40 (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1956 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, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Buick 40. (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 40 | 600 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 6328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3910 mm |