1950 Buick 40 vs. 2003 Opel Astra
To start off, 2003 Opel Astra is newer by 53 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, 1950 Buick 40 (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 Opel Astra. (75 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Buick 40 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2003 Opel Astra. 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, 2003 Opel Astra, 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Astra. (171 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1950 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Buick 40 | 2003 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | 40 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4065 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2670 mm |
