1988 Buick Estate vs. 1950 Buick 40
To start off, 1988 Buick Estate is newer by 38 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 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1950 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Estate weights approximately 245 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, 1988 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Buick 40. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Estate | 1950 Buick 40 | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Estate | 40 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 4065 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3090 mm |