1956 Buick 40 vs. 1997 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 406 is newer by 41 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 144 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 406. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 406. 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, 1997 Peugeot 406, 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 406. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 1997 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | 40 | 406 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |
