1952 Buick 40 vs. 2007 Dacia Sandero
To start off, 2007 Dacia Sandero is newer by 55 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 32 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Buick 40 weights approximately 524 kg more than 2007 Dacia Sandero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Dacia Sandero, 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1952 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Buick 40 | 2007 Dacia Sandero | |
| Make | Buick | Dacia |
| Model | 40 | Sandero |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2600 mm |
