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, 1956 Buick 40 (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 812 kg more than 1956 Buick 40.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Express 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). 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 | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2402 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3180 mm |
