1949 Buick 40 vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,249 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1949 Buick 40. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1949 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Buick 40 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Buick 40 | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | 40 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5249 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1480 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2830 mm |
