1957 Buick 40 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 48 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1957 Buick 40. (248 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1957 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 40 kg more than 1957 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (571 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Buick 40. (515 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Buick 40 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 40 | E |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 571 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2600 mm |
