1951 Buick 40 vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 46 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1951 Buick 40. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1951 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 110 kg more than 1951 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette, 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, 1951 Buick 40 (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1951 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Buick 40 | 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
Model | 40 | Silhouette |
Year Released | 1951 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4066 cc | 3349 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2850 mm |