1955 Buick 40 vs. 1984 Plymouth Gran Fury
To start off, 1984 Plymouth Gran Fury 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Buick 40 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1984 Plymouth Gran Fury.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Buick 40 | 1984 Plymouth Gran Fury | |
Make | Buick | Plymouth |
Model | 40 | Gran Fury |
Year Released | 1955 | 1984 |
Engine Size | 5277 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1650 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2880 mm |