1982 Buick Electra vs. 1950 Buick 40
To start off, 1982 Buick Electra is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1950 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Electra weights approximately 50 kg more than 1950 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1950 Buick 40 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1950 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick Electra | 1950 Buick 40 | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Electra | 40 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4128 cc | 4065 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 104.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3090 mm |