1956 Buick 40 vs. 2004 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2004 GMC Envoy is newer by 48 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, 2004 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Envoy weights approximately 420 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.
Because 2004 GMC Envoy 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, 2004 GMC Envoy 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Envoy. (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 2004 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | 40 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 4160 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2880 mm |
