1950 Buick 40 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Signum
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Signum 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, 2003 Vauxhall Signum (116 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Signum should accelerate faster than 1950 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Buick 40 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Signum.
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 Vauxhall Signum, 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1950 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Signum.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Buick 40 | 2003 Vauxhall Signum | |
Make | Buick | Vauxhall |
Model | 40 | Signum |
Year Released | 1950 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4065 cc | 2172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2840 mm |