1956 Buick 40 vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra 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 52 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (200 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
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 Nissan Sentra, 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 (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | 40 | Sentra |
Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2690 mm |