1955 Buick 40 vs. 1998 Tatra T700
To start off, 1998 Tatra T700 is newer by 43 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 37 more horse power than 1998 Tatra T700. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1998 Tatra T700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tatra T700 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1955 Buick 40.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Buick 40 (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tatra T700. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tatra T700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Buick 40 | 1998 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Buick | Tatra |
| Model | 40 | T700 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 5277 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1840 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3140 mm |
