1950 Buick 40 vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Tata Safari 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, 1950 Buick 40 (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 280 kg more than 1950 Buick 40.
Because 2009 Tata Safari 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, 2009 Tata Safari 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1950 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Buick 40 | 2009 Tata Safari | |
Make | Buick | Tata |
Model | 40 | Safari |
Year Released | 1950 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4065 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1918 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2660 mm |