1950 Buick 40 vs. 2002 Honda Lagreat
To start off, 2002 Honda Lagreat is newer by 52 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, 2002 Honda Lagreat (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Lagreat should accelerate faster than 1950 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Lagreat weights approximately 320 kg more than 1950 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Honda Lagreat, 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, 2002 Honda Lagreat (296 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Buick 40. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Lagreat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Buick 40 | 2002 Honda Lagreat | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | 40 | Lagreat |
Year Released | 1950 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4065 cc | 3469 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3010 mm |