1956 Buick 40 vs. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88
To start off, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 is newer by 14 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 6,965 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (375 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1956 Buick 40. 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, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (638 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Buick 40. (433 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 | |
Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
Model | 40 | Delta 88 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 6965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 638 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1869 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3130 mm |