1950 Buick 40 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 63 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1950 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 893 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Buick 40. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Buick 40 | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | 40 | Silverado |
Year Released | 1950 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4065 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2533 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2029 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3645 mm |