1956 Buick 40 vs. 1993 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1993 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 37 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 184 more horse power than 1993 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1993 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1993 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1993 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1956 Buick 40 (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 1993 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | 40 | Samurai |
Year Released | 1956 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2490 mm |