1996 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1952 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1996 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1952 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1952 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1952 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Roadmaster | 1952 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Roadmaster | Sports |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2160 mm |
