1955 Buick 40 vs. 2010 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2010 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1955 Buick 40 (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Wrangler. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 126 kg more than 1955 Buick 40.
Because 2010 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Wrangler. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Buick 40 | 2010 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | 40 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5277 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1851 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2423 mm |
