1954 Buick 40 vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 6,898 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (604 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR.
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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (770 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 40 | CLK GTR |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 6898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 770 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1265 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2680 mm |
