1950 Buick 40 vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1950 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1081 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 2013 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Buick 40. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Buick 40 | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | 40 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4065 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2721 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3100 mm |
