1952 Buick 40 vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 59 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, 1952 Buick 40 (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Buick 40 weights approximately 435 kg more than 2011 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Duster 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, 1952 Buick 40 (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1952 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Buick 40 | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Buick | Dacia |
Model | 40 | Duster |
Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4066 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1822 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2673 mm |