1951 Buick 40 vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 54 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, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1951 Buick 40. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1951 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 398 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Buick 40. (292 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick 40 | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | 40 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2033 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2960 mm |
