1956 Buick 40 vs. 1953 Renault Colorale
To start off, 1956 Buick 40 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Renault Colorale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Renault Colorale would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Buick 40 (217 HP) has 172 more horse power than 1953 Renault Colorale. (45 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1953 Renault Colorale. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 94 kg more than 1953 Renault Colorale. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 1953 Renault Colorale | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | 40 | Colorale |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 2381 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 45 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2670 mm |
