1952 Buick 40 vs. 2006 Citroen C8
To start off, 2006 Citroen C8 is newer by 54 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, 1952 Buick 40 (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 108 kg more than 1952 Buick 40.
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, 2006 Citroen C8, 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C8. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1952 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Buick 40 | 2006 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | 40 | C8 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2830 mm |
