1952 Buick 40 vs. 2005 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Vectra 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 Vauxhall Vectra (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1952 Buick 40. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 1952 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Buick 40 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra.
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, 2005 Vauxhall Vectra, 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, 1952 Buick 40 (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1952 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Buick 40 | 2005 Vauxhall Vectra | |
Make | Buick | Vauxhall |
Model | 40 | Vectra |
Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4066 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2710 mm |