1956 Buick 40 vs. 2007 Volvo C30
To start off, 2007 Volvo C30 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 118 more horse power than 2007 Volvo C30. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2007 Volvo C30. 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 Volvo C30, 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 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo C30. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 2007 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | 40 | C30 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2650 mm |
