1956 Buick 40 vs. 1992 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1992 Holden Statesman is newer by 36 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, 1992 Holden Statesman (242 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 89 kg more than 1992 Holden Statesman.
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 (433 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Statesman. (401 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 1992 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | 40 | Statesman |
Year Released | 1956 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 4987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2830 mm |