1953 Buick 40 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Polo 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, 2003 Volkswagen Polo (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1953 Buick 40. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1953 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Buick 40 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Polo.
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 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 2003 Volkswagen Polo (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Buick 40. (304 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Buick 40 | 2003 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | 40 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4315 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2470 mm |
