1952 Buick 40 vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 56 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, 2008 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1952 Buick 40. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster 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, 2008 Honda Accord, 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, 2008 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Buick 40 | 2008 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | 40 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2730 mm |
