1957 Buick 40 vs. 2008 Honda Accord

To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1957 Buick 40. (248 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1957 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Buick 40 weights approximately 615 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.

Because 1957 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 1957 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord, 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, 1957 Buick 40 (515 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1957 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.

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