1956 Buick 40 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Tracker
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Tracker 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 154 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Tracker. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Tracker.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 2005 Chevrolet Tracker | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | 40 | Tracker |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2210 mm |