1950 Buick 40 vs. 2005 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2005 Kia Opirus 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 Kia Opirus (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 1950 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Opirus weights approximately 120 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, 2005 Kia Opirus, 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, 2005 Kia Opirus (294 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Buick 40. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Buick 40 | 2005 Kia Opirus | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | 40 | Opirus |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4065 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2810 mm |
