2001 Acura RSX vs. 1952 Buick 40
To start off, 2001 Acura RSX is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1952 Buick 40. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1952 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Buick 40 weights approximately 379 kg more than 2001 Acura RSX.
Because 1952 Buick 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura RSX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1952 Buick 40 (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RSX | 1952 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | RSX | 40 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4066 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.9 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3090 mm |
