1955 Buick 40 vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 5,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1955 Buick 40. (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1955 Buick 40.
Because 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Buick 40 | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 40 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5277 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2649 mm |
