1955 Buick 40 vs. 1975 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1975 Dodge Aspen is newer by 20 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 133 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Buick 40 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1975 Dodge Aspen. 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, 1955 Buick 40 (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Buick 40 | 1975 Dodge Aspen | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | 40 | Aspen |
Year Released | 1955 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5277 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1485 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2870 mm |