1953 Buick 40 vs. 2010 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 57 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, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1953 Buick 40. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1953 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 307 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 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Buick 40. (304 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Buick 40 | 2010 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | 40 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| 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 | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 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 | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2830 mm |
