1950 Buick 40 vs. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 58 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, 1950 Buick 40 (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Buick 40 weights approximately 820 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. 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, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion, 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1950 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Buick 40 | 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | 40 | Sirion |
Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4065 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 79.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2350 mm |