1955 Buick 40 vs. 1976 Chevrolet Pickup
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Pickup is newer by 21 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) has 34 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Pickup. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Pickup.
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) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Pickup. (407 Nm). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Buick 40 | 1976 Chevrolet Pickup | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | 40 | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5277 cc | 3276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
