1952 Buick 40 vs. 2004 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen GTI 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 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen GTI (180 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1952 Buick 40. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1952 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Buick 40 weights approximately 281 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen GTI.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Buick 40 (292 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. (235 Nm). This means 1952 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Buick 40 | 2004 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | 40 | GTI |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2410 mm |
