1952 Buick 40 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora 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 Volkswagen Bora (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1952 Buick 40. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1952 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Buick 40 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
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 Volkswagen Bora, 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 Volkswagen Bora (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Buick 40 | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | 40 | Bora |
Year Released | 1952 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4066 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2520 mm |