1956 Buick 40 vs. 1985 Buick Wildcat
To start off, 1985 Buick Wildcat is newer by 29 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, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
Because 1985 Buick Wildcat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Buick Wildcat (551 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Buick 40. (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 1985 Buick Wildcat | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | 40 | Wildcat |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2600 mm |
