1950 Buick 40 vs. 2011 Volvo V70
To start off, 2011 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70, 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo V70. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1950 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Buick 40 | 2011 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | 40 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4065 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2820 mm |
