1955 Buick 40 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 48 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1955 Buick 40. (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1955 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Buick 40 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Monaro.
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, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Buick 40. (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Buick 40 | 2003 Vauxhall Monaro | |
Make | Buick | Vauxhall |
Model | 40 | Monaro |
Year Released | 1955 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5277 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1655 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2800 mm |