1953 Buick 40 vs. 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,315 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1953 Buick 40. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1953 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Buick 40 weights approximately 219 kg more than 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Because 1953 Buick 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1953 Buick 40 (304 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Buick 40 | 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | 40 | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4315 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.9 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 101.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2620 mm |
