1956 Buick 40 vs. 2000 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2000 Holden Berlina is newer by 44 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 48 more horse power than 2000 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Berlina weights approximately 50 kg more than 1956 Buick 40.
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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 2000 Holden Berlina | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | 40 | Berlina |
Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2950 mm |