1955 Buick 40 vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1955 Buick 40. (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1955 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Buick 40 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 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, 2006 Porsche 911 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Buick 40 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | 40 | 911 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5277 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1560 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2360 mm |