1956 Buick 40 vs. 2007 Kia K2700
To start off, 2007 Kia K2700 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 (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2007 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 Kia K2700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1956 Buick 40 (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia K2700. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia K2700.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 2007 Kia K2700 | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | 40 | K2700 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 2665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2390 mm |