1955 Buick 40 vs. 2002 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 47 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 116 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 125 kg more than 1955 Buick 40.
Because 2002 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2002 SsangYong Rexton 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Buick 40 | 2002 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | 40 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5277 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1850 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2830 mm |
