1956 Buick 40 vs. 1971 Chrysler Charger
To start off, 1971 Chrysler Charger is newer by 15 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 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Charger (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 264 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Charger.
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, 1971 Chrysler Charger (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Buick 40. (433 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 1971 Chrysler Charger | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | 40 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 5211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2680 mm |
