1953 Buick 40 vs. 1998 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1998 Nissan Skyline 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 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1953 Buick 40. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1953 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Buick 40 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1998 Nissan Skyline.
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 Nissan Skyline, 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, 1998 Nissan Skyline (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Buick 40. (304 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Buick 40 | 1998 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | 40 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4315 cc | 2569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2730 mm |
