1956 Buick 40 vs. 1996 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 306 is newer by 40 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 178 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 306. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 306. 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, 1996 Peugeot 306, 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 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 306. (112 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 1996 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Buick | Peugeot |
Model | 40 | 306 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2590 mm |