1955 Buick 40 vs. 2011 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 56 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 165 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Sirion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 2011 Daihatsu Sirion 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, 2011 Daihatsu Sirion 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 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Sirion. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Buick 40 | 2011 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | 40 | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5277 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
