1955 Buick 40 vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 57 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1955 Buick 40. (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1955 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Buick 40 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2012 Dodge Ram.
Because 2012 Dodge Ram 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, 2012 Dodge Ram 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Buick 40. (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Buick 40 | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | 40 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5277 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1691 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 4080 mm |
