1951 Buick 40 vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 56 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1951 Buick 40. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1951 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 111 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 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick 40 | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | 40 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2710 mm |
