1952 Buick 40 vs. 2005 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 53 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 182 more horse power than 1952 Buick 40. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1952 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 453 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 GMC Envoy (447 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Buick 40. (292 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Buick 40 | 2005 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | 40 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2088 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2880 mm |
