1952 Buick 40 vs. 2000 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 48 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1952 Buick 40. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1952 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 192 kg more than 1952 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Cadillac Seville, 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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Buick 40 | 2000 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | 40 | Seville |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 4572 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1827 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2890 mm |
