1955 Buick 40 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 50 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 5,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1955 Buick 40. (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1955 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Buick 40 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Buick 40. (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Buick 40 | 2005 Chevrolet Lumina | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | 40 | Lumina |
Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5277 cc | 5799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1660 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2650 mm |