1946 Buick 40 vs. 2006 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,249 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Buick 40 (142 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 78 kg more than 1946 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:
| 1946 Buick 40 | 2006 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | 40 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5249 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.5 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1923 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2750 mm |
