1951 Buick 40 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1951 Buick 40. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1951 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 587 kg more than 1951 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Express (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Buick 40 | 2006 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | 40 | Express |
Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4066 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2222 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3440 mm |