1956 Buick 40 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Rezzo
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Rezzo is newer by 51 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 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Rezzo. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Rezzo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 323 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Rezzo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Buick 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Rezzo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (433 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Rezzo. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Rezzo.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 2007 Chevrolet Rezzo | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | 40 | Rezzo |
Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1381 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2610 mm |