1950 Buick 40 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 55 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, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 1950 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 465 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 2005 Chevrolet Uplander 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, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander 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, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Buick 40. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Buick 40 | 2005 Chevrolet Uplander | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | 40 | Uplander |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4065 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3050 mm |
