1956 Buick 40 vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70. (197 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (280 Nm). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | 40 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1465 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2720 mm |
