1955 Buick 40 vs. 2007 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 52 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 73 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 437 kg more than 1955 Buick 40.
Because 2007 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2007 Hyundai Terracan 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Buick 40 | 2007 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | 40 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5277 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2162 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2760 mm |
