1956 Buick 40 vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 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 133 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 207. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Buick 40 (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 207. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
Make | Buick | Peugeot |
Model | 40 | 207 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2550 mm |