1953 Buick 40 vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 49 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, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1953 Buick 40. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1953 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Buick 40 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.
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, 2002 Acura CL, 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, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Buick 40. (304 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Buick 40 | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Buick | Acura |
| Model | 40 | CL |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4315 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2580 mm |
