1950 Buick 40 vs. 2010 Volvo S60
To start off, 2010 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1950 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S60 weights approximately 129 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 2010 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S60 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, 2010 Volvo S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Buick 40. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Buick 40 | 2010 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | 40 | S60 |
Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4065 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1769 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1864 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2776 mm |