1951 Buick 40 vs. 2009 Cadillac STS-V
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS-V is newer by 58 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 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS-V (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1951 Buick 40. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster than 1951 Buick 40.
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, 2009 Cadillac STS-V (595 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick 40 | 2009 Cadillac STS-V | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | 40 | STS-V |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 4376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 595 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2960 mm |
