1955 Buick 40 vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1971 Nissan Cherry is newer by 16 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 5,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Buick 40 (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Buick 40 weights approximately 1041 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Buick 40 (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Buick 40 | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | 40 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5277 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 684 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2340 mm |
