1953 Buick 40 vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 54 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, 2007 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1953 Buick 40. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1953 Buick 40.
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, 2007 Honda Civic, 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1953 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Buick 40 | 2007 Honda Civic | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | 40 | Civic |
Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4315 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2710 mm |