1950 Buick 40 vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G 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 4,065 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti G (325 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 1950 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti G weights approximately 12 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 Infiniti G (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Buick 40. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Buick 40 | 2013 Infiniti G | |
Make | Buick | Infiniti |
Model | 40 | G |
Year Released | 1950 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4065 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1652 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1823 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2850 mm |