1957 Buick 40 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta 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, 1957 Buick 40 (248 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 512 kg more than 1957 Buick 40.
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 Volkswagen Jetta, 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 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Buick 40 | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | 40 | Jetta |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2580 mm |