1952 Buick 40 vs. 2004 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 52 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 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1952 Buick 40. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1952 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 460 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 2004 Buick Rainier 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, 2004 Buick Rainier 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, 2004 Buick Rainier (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Buick 40 | 2004 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | 40 | Rainier |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2095 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2800 mm |
