1956 Buick 40 vs. 2002 Lexus SC
To start off, 2002 Lexus SC is newer by 46 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, 2002 Lexus SC (312 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus SC weights approximately 225 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) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lexus SC. (447 Nm). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 2002 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | 40 | SC |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2620 mm |
