1955 Buick 40 vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego 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, 2011 Kia Borrego (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1955 Buick 40. (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1955 Buick 40.
Because 2011 Kia Borrego 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 Kia Borrego 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Borrego. (267 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Borrego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Buick 40 | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | 40 | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5277 cc | 3777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
