1951 Buick 40 vs. 2001 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Trans Am is newer by 50 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Trans Am (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1951 Buick 40. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 1951 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Trans Am weights approximately 85 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.
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, 2001 Pontiac Trans Am (455 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Buick 40. (292 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick 40 | 2001 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Buick | Pontiac |
| Model | 40 | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2570 mm |
