1941 Buick 40 vs. 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air
To start off, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1941 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1941 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air should accelerate faster than 1941 Buick 40.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Buick 40 | 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | 40 | Bel Air |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 3869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2930 mm |
