1955 Buick 40 vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z 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 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1955 Buick 40. (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1955 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Buick 40 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
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, 1955 Buick 40 (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (364 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Buick 40 | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | 40 | 350Z |
Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5277 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1530 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2660 mm |