1950 Buick 40 vs. 1972 Datsun 240Z
To start off, 1972 Datsun 240Z is newer by 22 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 4,065 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Datsun 240Z (151 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Datsun 240Z should accelerate faster than 1950 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Buick 40 weights approximately 572 kg more than 1972 Datsun 240Z.
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, 1950 Buick 40 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Datsun 240Z. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1950 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Datsun 240Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Buick 40 | 1972 Datsun 240Z | |
| Make | Buick | Datsun |
| Model | 40 | 240Z |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4065 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2300 mm |
