2008 Acura TL vs. 1957 Buick 40
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 51 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, 2008 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1957 Buick 40. (248 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1957 Buick 40.
Because 1957 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 1957 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL, 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, 1957 Buick 40 (515 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1957 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 1957 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | TL | 40 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3110 mm |
