1950 Buick 40 vs. 2005 Volvo S40
To start off, 2005 Volvo S40 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 Volvo S40 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1950 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Buick 40 weights approximately 236 kg more than 2005 Volvo S40.
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 Volvo S40, 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 Volvo S40 (340 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Buick 40. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Buick 40 | 2005 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | 40 | S40 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4065 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2570 mm |
