1955 Buick 40 vs. 2009 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot 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 5,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Buick 40 (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 135 kg more than 1955 Buick 40.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Buick 40 | 2009 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | 40 | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5277 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1860 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2640 mm |
