1950 Buick 40 vs. 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 59 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, both vehicles can yield 114 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Buick 40 weights approximately 199 kg more than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
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, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser, 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (157 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 1950 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Buick 40 | 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | 40 | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4065 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1441 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2620 mm |
