1952 Buick 40 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat (247 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1952 Buick 40. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1952 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 25 kg more than 1952 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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 Passat (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | 40 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 3168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2720 mm |
