1950 Buick 40 vs. 1996 Volvo S40
To start off, 1996 Volvo S40 is newer by 46 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, both vehicles can yield 114 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Buick 40 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1996 Volvo S40.
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, 1996 Volvo S40, 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo S40. (164 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1950 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Buick 40 | 1996 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | 40 | S40 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4065 cc | 1731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2560 mm |
