1956 Buick 40 vs. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 38 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, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 138 kg more than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Buick 40. (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | 40 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3000 mm |
