1952 Buick 40 vs. 2011 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC60 is newer by 59 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, 2011 Volvo XC60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1952 Buick 40. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1952 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 299 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 2011 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC60 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, 2011 Volvo XC60 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Buick 40 | 2011 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | 40 | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1934 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2748 mm |
