1956 Buick 40 vs. 2003 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 206 is newer by 47 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 78 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 206. (174 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Buick 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 206, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 206. (205 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 2003 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Buick | Peugeot |
Model | 40 | 206 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2430 mm |