1956 Buick 40 vs. 2007 Peugeot Boxer

To start off, 2007 Peugeot Boxer 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 93 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot Boxer. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot Boxer.

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 (433 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot Boxer. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot Boxer.

Compare all specifications:

1956 Buick 40 2007 Peugeot Boxer
Make Buick Peugeot
Model 40 Boxer
Year Released 1956 2007
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 5279 cc 2800 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 433 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats


 

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