1955 Buick 40 vs. 1990 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Trans Am is newer by 35 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Trans Am (235 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1955 Buick 40. (234 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 1955 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Buick 40 weights approximately 44 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Trans Am.
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, both vehicles can yield 447 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Buick 40 | 1990 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Buick | Pontiac |
| Model | 40 | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5277 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 235 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1681 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2570 mm |
