1953 Buick 40 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 55 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, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1953 Buick 40. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1953 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Buick 40 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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, 1953 Buick 40 (304 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1953 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Buick 40 | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | 40 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4315 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2580 mm |
