1957 Buick 40 vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 (296 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1957 Buick 40. (248 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 1957 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, 1957 Buick 40 (515 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420. (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1957 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Buick 40 | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 40 | 420 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2500 mm |
