1956 Buick 40 vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 16 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Buick 40 (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Buick 40 (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | 40 | Dart |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2830 mm |
