2002 Acura RSX vs. 1951 Buick 40
To start off, 2002 Acura RSX is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1951 Buick 40. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1951 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick 40 weights approximately 413 kg more than 2002 Acura RSX.
Because 1951 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 1951 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1951 Buick 40 (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1951 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 1951 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | RSX | 40 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4066 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3090 mm |
