1952 Buick 40 vs. 2005 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2005 Holden Monaro 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 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1952 Buick 40. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1952 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Buick 40 weights approximately 33 kg more than 2005 Holden Monaro.
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 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Buick 40 | 2005 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | 40 | Monaro |
Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4066 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2800 mm |