1952 Buick 40 vs. 1956 Vauxhall Wyvern
To start off, 1956 Vauxhall Wyvern is newer by 4 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Buick 40 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1956 Vauxhall Wyvern.
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:
1952 Buick 40 | 1956 Vauxhall Wyvern | |
Make | Buick | Vauxhall |
Model | 40 | Wyvern |
Year Released | 1952 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4066 cc | 1505 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2730 mm |