2006 Acura MDX vs. 1957 Buick 40
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1957 Buick 40. (248 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1957 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Buick 40 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2006 Acura MDX.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1957 Buick 40 (515 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura MDX. (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1957 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | MDX | 40 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3110 mm |
