1952 Buick 40 vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (367 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1952 Buick 40. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER should accelerate faster than 1952 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER weights approximately 217 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.
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, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Buick 40 | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | 40 | CHALLENGER |
Year Released | 1952 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4066 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 367 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1852 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1923 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2946 mm |