1950 Buick 40 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 60 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, 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1950 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Buick 40 weights approximately 393 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit, 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1950 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Buick 40 | 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | 40 | Rabbit |
Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4065 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2580 mm |