1955 Buick 40 vs. 2006 Acura TL
To start off, 2006 Acura TL is newer by 51 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, 2006 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1955 Buick 40. (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1955 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Buick 40 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2006 Acura TL.
Because 1955 Buick 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Buick 40 | 2006 Acura TL | |
| Make | Buick | Acura |
| Model | 40 | TL |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5277 cc | 3212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 258 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1575 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2750 mm |
