1953 Buick 40 vs. 2012 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2012 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 59 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, 2012 Nissan X-Trail (137 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1953 Buick 40. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1953 Buick 40.
Because 2012 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2012 Nissan X-Trail 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1953 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Buick 40 | 2012 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | 40 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4315 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2640 mm |
