1957 Buick 40 vs. 2009 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 52 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, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1957 Buick 40. (248 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1957 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Buick 40 weights approximately 676 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
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, 2009 Hyundai Sonata, 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (311 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Buick 40 | 2009 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | 40 | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2730 mm |
