1950 Buick 40 vs. 2007 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (236 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1950 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 37 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 2007 Jeep Commander 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, 2007 Jeep Commander 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, 2007 Jeep Commander (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Buick 40. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Buick 40 | 2007 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | 40 | Commander |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4065 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2790 mm |
