1955 Buick 40 vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Musso is newer by 46 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 17 more horse power than 2001 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2001 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 181 kg more than 1955 Buick 40.
Because 2001 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Musso will offer significantly more control. 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 SsangYong Musso. (308 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Buick 40 | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | 40 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5277 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1906 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2640 mm |
