Buick Special 1939 vs Mercedes-Benz S-Class 1979 size comparison

Mercedes-Benz S-Class 1979–1981 is 23 mm (0.4%) shorter than Buick Special 1939–1940. It is 14 mm (0.8%) narrower, 284 mm (16.5%) lower and 22 mm (0.7%) longer in wheelbase.

DimensionBuick Special 1939–1940Mercedes-Benz S-Class 1979–1981Difference
Length5158 mm5135 mm-23 mm (-0.4%)
Width1834 mm1820 mm-14 mm (-0.8%)
Height1724 mm1440 mm-284 mm (-16.5%)
Wheelbase3048 mm3070 mm+22 mm (+0.7%)

Buick Special 1939–1940 dimensions · Mercedes-Benz S-Class 1979–1981 dimensions