1956 Buick 40 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 48 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 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (494 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 246 kg more than 1956 Buick 40. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Buick 40. (433 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 40 | S |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3090 mm |
