1950 Buick 40 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 57 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1950 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 14 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Buick 40. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Buick 40 | 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | 40 | Lumina |
Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4065 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1654 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2940 mm |