1952 Buick 40 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 60 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1952 Buick 40. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1952 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 30 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 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Buick 40 | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | 40 | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1836 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2760 mm |
