1955 Buick 40 vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 58 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1955 Buick 40. (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1955 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 390 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 1955 Buick 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Buick 40 | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | 40 | Sienna |
Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5277 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2115 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3030 mm |