1950 Buick 40 vs. 1997 Acura EL
To start off, 1997 Acura EL is newer by 47 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, 1997 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1950 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Buick 40 weights approximately 561 kg more than 1997 Acura EL.
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, 1997 Acura EL, 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1950 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Buick 40 | 1997 Acura EL | |
Make | Buick | Acura |
Model | 40 | EL |
Year Released | 1950 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4065 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1079 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1704 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2619 mm |