1952 Buick 40 vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra 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 28 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Buick 40 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2007 Opel Astra. 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 Opel Astra, 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Buick 40 | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | 40 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2620 mm |
