1956 Buick 40 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 51 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 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Buick 40 (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 90 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Buick 40. (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 40 | C |
Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2720 mm |