1956 Buick 40 vs. 2005 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2005 Nissan Almera 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 134 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Almera. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Almera weights approximately 170 kg more than 1956 Buick 40.
Because 1956 Buick 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Almera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Almera. (161 Nm). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 2005 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | 40 | Almera |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 1769 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1760 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2760 mm |
