1952 Buick 40 vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX is newer by 44 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, 1996 Honda S-MX (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1952 Buick 40. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1952 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Buick 40 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Because 1996 Honda S-MX 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, 1996 Honda S-MX 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, 1952 Buick 40 (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1952 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Buick 40 | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | 40 | S-MX |
Year Released | 1952 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4066 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2510 mm |