1955 Buick 40 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 54 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1955 Buick 40. (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1955 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 416 kg more than 1955 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Buick 40 | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | 40 | Express |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5277 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2141 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3440 mm |