1956 Buick 40 vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram 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 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Buick 40 (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (216 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram 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, 2006 Dodge Ram 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Ram. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | 40 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 4080 mm |
