1950 Buick 40 vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1950 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 628 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (441 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Buick 40. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Buick 40 | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | 40 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4065 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2268 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3040 mm |
