1956 Buick 40 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 50 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 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 139 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Buick 40. (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | 40 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 6998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 506 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 104.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 101.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2690 mm |