1956 Buick 40 vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 82 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 114 kg more than 1956 Buick 40.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe 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) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (250 Nm). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | 40 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 2655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2630 mm |