1956 Buick 40 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 49 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 990 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Buick 40 (462 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | 40 | Express |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2580 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3940 mm |
