1955 Buick 40 vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC70 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, 1955 Buick 40 (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC70. (206 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Buick 40 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2005 Volvo XC70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo XC70 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 Volvo XC70 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Buick 40 | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | 40 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5277 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1400 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2570 mm |
