1951 Buick 40 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (362 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1951 Buick 40. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1951 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick 40 weights approximately 86 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Lumina.
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 Chevrolet Lumina (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Buick 40 | 2009 Chevrolet Lumina | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | 40 | Lumina |
Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4066 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2920 mm |