1955 Buick 40 vs. 2010 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti EX is newer by 55 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, 2010 Infiniti EX (293 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1955 Buick 40. (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1955 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Buick 40 weights approximately 6 kg more than 2010 Infiniti EX.
Because 2010 Infiniti EX 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, 2010 Infiniti EX 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Infiniti EX. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Infiniti EX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Buick 40 | 2010 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Buick | Infiniti |
| Model | 40 | EX |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5277 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 293 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1719 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2810 mm |
