1957 Buick 40 vs. 2010 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego is newer by 53 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, 2010 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1957 Buick 40. (248 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1957 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Buick 40 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2010 Kia Borrego.
Because 2010 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego 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, 1957 Buick 40 (515 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Borrego. (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Borrego.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Buick 40 | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | 40 | Borrego |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4625 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 337 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2900 mm |