1956 Buick 40 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 Silverado (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Buick 40. (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | 40 | Silverado |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 4250 mm |