1956 Buick 40 vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 52 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 99 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 312 kg more than 1956 Buick 40.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | 40 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1902 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |