1956 Buick 40 vs. 2006 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2006 Dodge Charger 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 6,063 cc, 2006 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40.
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 Dodge Charger (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Buick 40. (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 2006 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | 40 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 6063 cc |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3050 mm |
