1950 Buick 40 vs. 2004 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2004 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,505 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Cayenne (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1950 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 790 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 2004 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche Cayenne (620 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Buick 40. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Buick 40 | 2004 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | 40 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4065 cc | 4505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2860 mm |
