1951 Buick 40 vs. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 53 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1951 Buick 40. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1951 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 880 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 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Buick 40 | 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Buick | Land Rover |
Model | 40 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4066 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2515 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2890 mm |