1952 Buick 40 vs. 1975 Chrysler Sedan
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Sedan is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Sedan (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1952 Buick 40. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 1952 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Buick 40 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Sedan.
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, 1975 Chrysler Sedan (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Buick 40 | 1975 Chrysler Sedan | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | 40 | Sedan |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 4342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2930 mm |
