1998 Acura NSX vs. 1950 Buick 40
To start off, 1998 Acura NSX is newer by 48 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 4,065 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1950 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Buick 40 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1998 Acura NSX.
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, 1998 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Buick 40. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura NSX | 1950 Buick 40 | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | NSX | 40 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4065 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3090 mm |