1955 Buick 40 vs. 2007 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Actyon 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 95 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Actyon. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 47 kg more than 1955 Buick 40.
Because 2007 SsangYong Actyon 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 SsangYong Actyon 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Actyon. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Actyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Buick 40 | 2007 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | 40 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5277 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1772 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2750 mm |
