1956 Buick 40 vs. 1976 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1976 Toyota Mark II is newer by 20 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 145 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1976 Toyota Mark II. 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 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 1976 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | 40 | Mark II |
Year Released | 1956 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2590 mm |