1956 Buick 40 vs. 2001 Nissan Alpha
To start off, 2001 Nissan Alpha is newer by 45 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, 2001 Nissan Alpha (301 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Alpha should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2001 Nissan Alpha.
Because 2001 Nissan Alpha is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Alpha will offer significantly more control. 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) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Alpha. (359 Nm). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Alpha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 2001 Nissan Alpha | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | 40 | Alpha |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 4490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2660 mm |
