1956 Buick 40 vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio 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 179 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (73 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Renault Clio, 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 2005 Renault Clio | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | 40 | Clio |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 1460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2630 mm |