1956 Buick 40 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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, 1956 Buick 40 (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 40 | SLK |
Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 462 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 78.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2440 mm |