1950 Buick 40 vs. 2001 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2001 Panoz AIV is newer by 51 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1950 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Buick 40 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2001 Panoz AIV.
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, 2001 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Buick 40. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Buick 40 | 2001 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Buick | Panoz |
Model | 40 | AIV |
Year Released | 1950 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4065 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 90.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2660 mm |