1950 Buick 40 vs. 1986 Rover 825i
To start off, 1986 Rover 825i is newer by 36 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, 1986 Rover 825i (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Rover 825i should accelerate faster than 1950 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Buick 40 weights approximately 284 kg more than 1986 Rover 825i.
Because 1950 Buick 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Rover 825i, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Rover 825i. (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1950 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Rover 825i.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Buick 40 | 1986 Rover 825i | |
| Make | Buick | Rover |
| Model | 40 | 825i |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4065 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2760 mm |
