1952 Buick 40 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 58 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1952 Buick 40. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1952 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Buick 40 weights approximately 174 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Buick 40 | 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | 40 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4066 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1844 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2685 mm |