1950 Buick 40 vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra 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 Opel Vectra (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1950 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Buick 40 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2004 Opel Vectra.
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 Opel Vectra, 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1950 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Buick 40 | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | 40 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4065 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2710 mm |
