1950 Buick 40 vs. 2008 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2008 Nissan Terrano 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, 2008 Nissan Terrano (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1950 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 180 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 2008 Nissan Terrano 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, 2008 Nissan Terrano 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, 1950 Buick 40 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Terrano. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1950 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Buick 40 | 2008 Nissan Terrano | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | 40 | Terrano |
Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4065 cc | 2662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2460 mm |