1953 Buick 40 vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2003 Renault Megane is newer by 50 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 10 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Buick 40 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1953 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Buick 40 | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | 40 | Megane |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4315 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2530 mm |
