1956 Buick 40 vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2001 Toyota RunX 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 149 more horse power than 2001 Toyota RunX. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota RunX 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 Toyota RunX 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (138 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | 40 | RunX |
Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 84.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2610 mm |