1952 Buick 40 vs. 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue is newer by 50 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, 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1952 Buick 40. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 1952 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Buick 40 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue.
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, 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue, 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, 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue (312 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Buick 40 | 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
| Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 40 | Intrigue |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 3457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2770 mm |
