1951 Buick 40 vs. 2006 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 55 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, 2006 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1951 Buick 40. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1951 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 288 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, 2006 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Buick 40 | 2006 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Buick | SsangYong |
Model | 40 | Kyron |
Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4066 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 85.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2750 mm |