1950 Buick 40 vs. 2007 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2007 Kia Carnival 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 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1950 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 384 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 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, 2007 Kia Carnival, 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, 1950 Buick 40 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1950 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Buick 40 | 2007 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | 40 | Carnival |
Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4065 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2900 mm |