1952 Buick 40 vs. 1993 Porsche 964
To start off, 1993 Porsche 964 is newer by 41 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 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1952 Buick 40. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 964 should accelerate faster than 1952 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Buick 40 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1993 Porsche 964.
Because 1993 Porsche 964 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 964 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Porsche 964 (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 964 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Buick 40 | 1993 Porsche 964 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | 40 | 964 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2280 mm |
