1955 Buick 40 vs. 1984 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1984 Holden Commodore is newer by 29 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 65 more horse power than 1984 Holden Commodore. (169 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Buick 40 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1984 Holden Commodore. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Commodore. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Buick 40 | 1984 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | 40 | Commodore |
Year Released | 1955 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5277 cc | 5040 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1380 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2680 mm |