1951 Buick 40 vs. 1996 Lexus ES
To start off, 1996 Lexus ES is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus ES (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1951 Buick 40. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 1951 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick 40 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1996 Lexus ES.
Because 1951 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 1951 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lexus ES, 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, 1996 Lexus ES (304 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick 40 | 1996 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | 40 | ES |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2680 mm |
