1955 Buick 40 vs. 2012 Saab 05-Sep

To start off, 2012 Saab 05-Sep 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 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1955 Buick 40. (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1955 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 203 kg more than 1955 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Saab 05-Sep 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 Saab 05-Sep 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Saab 05-Sep. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Saab 05-Sep.

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