1950 Buick 40 vs. 2004 Honda Legend
To start off, 2004 Honda Legend is newer by 54 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, 2004 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1950 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Legend weights approximately 30 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, 2004 Honda Legend, 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, 2004 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Buick 40. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Buick 40 | 2004 Honda Legend | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | 40 | Legend |
Year Released | 1950 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4065 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 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 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2910 mm |