1951 Buick 40 vs. 2012 GMC Savana

To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 61 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1951 Buick 40. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1951 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 765 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, 2012 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Buick 40.

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