1955 Buick 40 vs. 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Buick 40 would be higher. At 6,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado (385 HP) has 151 more horse power than 1955 Buick 40. (234 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1955 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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado (644 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Buick 40. (447 Nm). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Buick 40 | 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 40 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5277 cc | 6967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 644 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3030 mm |
