1953 Buick 40 vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2002 Renault Megane 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, 1953 Buick 40 (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Buick 40 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2002 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Renault Megane, 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1953 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Buick 40 | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | 40 | Megane |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4315 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2530 mm |
