1956 Buick 40 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 52 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 405 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Buick 40. (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 40 | CL |
Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 531 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2960 mm |