1955 Buick 40 vs. 2008 Opel GT
To start off, 2008 Opel GT 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, 2008 Opel GT (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1955 Buick 40. (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 1955 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Buick 40 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2008 Opel GT.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel GT. (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Buick 40 | 2008 Opel GT | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | 40 | GT |
Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
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 | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1335 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2420 mm |