1955 Buick 40 vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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 5,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1955 Buick 40. (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1955 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 260 kg more than 1955 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Buick 40 (447 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (395 Nm). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Buick 40 | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | 40 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5277 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1985 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2830 mm |
