1956 Buick 40 vs. 1969 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 1969 Dodge Challenger is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Buick 40 would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Buick 40 (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (200 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 24 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Buick 40 (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (422 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 1969 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | 40 | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2800 mm |
