1955 Buick 40 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (481 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1955 Buick 40. (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1955 Buick 40.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (624 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Buick 40. (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Buick 40 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | 40 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5277 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 481 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2360 mm |
