1956 Buick 40 vs. 2001 Toyota FXS
To start off, 2001 Toyota FXS 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, 1956 Buick 40 (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2001 Toyota FXS. (188 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota FXS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2001 Toyota FXS. 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) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota FXS. (280 Nm). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota FXS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 2001 Toyota FXS | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | 40 | FXS |
Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 280 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2510 mm |