1952 Buick 40 vs. 2007 Peugeot Boxer
To start off, 2007 Peugeot Boxer 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, 2007 Peugeot Boxer (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1952 Buick 40. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot Boxer should accelerate faster than 1952 Buick 40.
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, 2007 Peugeot Boxer (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot Boxer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Buick 40 | 2007 Peugeot Boxer | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | 40 | Boxer |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
