1956 Buick 40 vs. 1999 Pontiac Rageous
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Rageous 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 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Rageous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Rageous (312 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Rageous should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Rageous weights approximately 500 kg more than 1956 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Rageous. (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Rageous.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 1999 Pontiac Rageous | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | 40 | Rageous |
Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 5737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 312 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2090 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2970 mm |