1953 Buick 40 vs. 2007 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Stavic 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 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1953 Buick 40. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1953 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 342 kg more than 1953 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Stavic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Stavic will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 SsangYong Stavic (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Buick 40. (304 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Buick 40 | 2007 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | 40 | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4315 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.9 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 2007 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3010 mm |
