1955 Buick 40 vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 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 Porsche 996 (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1955 Buick 40. (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1955 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Buick 40 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2005 Porsche 996.
Because 2005 Porsche 996 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, 2005 Porsche 996 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 996. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Buick 40 | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | 40 | 996 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5277 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1485 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2360 mm |
