1951 Buick 40 vs. 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe is newer by 60 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, 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1951 Buick 40. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe should accelerate faster than 1951 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick 40 weights approximately 141 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe.
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, 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe (302 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick 40 | 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | 40 | Genesis Coupe |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1494 kg |
