1957 Buick 40 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo 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, 1957 Buick 40 (248 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Buick 40 weights approximately 631 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Polo, 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 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (221 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1957 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Buick 40 | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | 40 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2470 mm |
