1950 Buick 40 vs. 1971 Monteverdi Sierra
To start off, 1971 Monteverdi Sierra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Monteverdi Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Monteverdi Sierra (160 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Monteverdi Sierra should accelerate faster than 1950 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Buick 40 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra.
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, 1971 Monteverdi Sierra (388 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Buick 40. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Monteverdi Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Buick 40 | 1971 Monteverdi Sierra | |
| Make | Buick | Monteverdi |
| Model | 40 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4065 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2750 mm |
