1952 Buick 40 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 61 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, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (277 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1952 Buick 40. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 1952 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 599 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 2013 Chevrolet Traverse 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, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse 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, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (361 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Buick 40 | 2013 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | 40 | Traverse |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2234 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1991 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3020 mm |
