1956 Buick 40 vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra 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, 2007 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40.
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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Tundra. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 2007 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | 40 | Tundra |
Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3710 mm |