1951 Buick 40 vs. 2004 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2004 Nissan Quest 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 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1951 Buick 40. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1951 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 160 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, 2004 Nissan Quest, 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, 2004 Nissan Quest (325 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Buick 40. (292 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick 40 | 2004 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | 40 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3160 mm |
