1950 Buick 40 vs. 2007 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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 4,065 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (176 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1950 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Buick 40 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 Jeep Wrangler.
Because 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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 Wrangler 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 Wrangler (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Buick 40. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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 Wrangler | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | 40 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4065 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2380 mm |
