1950 Buick 40 vs. 2011 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 61 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, 2011 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1950 Buick 40.
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, 2011 Volkswagen GTI, 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen GTI. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1950 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Buick 40 | 2011 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | 40 | GTI |
Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4065 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1778 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2578 mm |