1952 Buick 40 vs. 1998 Buick Regal
To start off, 1998 Buick Regal is newer by 46 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, 1998 Buick Regal (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1952 Buick 40. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1952 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Buick 40 weights approximately 141 kg more than 1998 Buick Regal.
Because 1952 Buick 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Regal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Buick Regal (312 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Buick 40. (292 Nm). This means 1998 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Buick 40 | 1998 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | 40 | Regal |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2780 mm |
