1956 Buick 40 vs. 1977 Honda Accord
To start off, 1977 Honda Accord is newer by 21 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 172 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Buick 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 1977 Honda Accord | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | 40 | Accord |
Year Released | 1956 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2390 mm |