1956 Buick 40 vs. 2004 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pickup 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, 1956 Buick 40 (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Pickup. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 175 kg more than 1956 Buick 40.
Because 2004 Nissan Pickup 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 Nissan Pickup 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Pickup. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 2004 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | 40 | Pickup |
Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2960 mm |