1956 Buick 40 vs. 1973 Datsun Laurel
To start off, 1973 Datsun Laurel is newer by 17 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, 1956 Buick 40 (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1973 Datsun Laurel. (124 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1973 Datsun Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Datsun Laurel weights approximately 185 kg more than 1956 Buick 40.
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 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Datsun Laurel. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Datsun Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 1973 Datsun Laurel | |
Make | Buick | Datsun |
Model | 40 | Laurel |
Year Released | 1956 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2680 mm |