1956 Buick 40 vs. 1999 Nissan C 52
To start off, 1999 Nissan C 52 is newer by 43 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 100 more horse power than 1999 Nissan C 52. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan C 52. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 324 kg more than 1999 Nissan C 52. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Buick 40 (462 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan C 52. (354 Nm). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan C 52.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 1999 Nissan C 52 | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | 40 | C 52 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1266 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2830 mm |
