1956 Buick 40 vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 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 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 119 kg more than 2004 Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Buick 40 (433 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
Make | Buick | Xedos |
Model | 40 | 9 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2760 mm |