1955 Buick 40 vs. 2008 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 53 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 62 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 226 kg more than 1955 Buick 40.
Because 2008 Jeep Patriot 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, 2008 Jeep Patriot 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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Buick 40 | 2008 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | 40 | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5277 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1951 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2640 mm |
