1951 Buick 40 vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 48 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Alero (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1951 Buick 40. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 1951 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick 40 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1999 Oldsmobile Alero.
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, 1999 Oldsmobile Alero, 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Oldsmobile Alero. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1951 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Oldsmobile Alero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick 40 | 1999 Oldsmobile Alero | |
| Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 40 | Alero |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2720 mm |
