1956 Buick 40 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | 40 | Passat |
Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 3597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2720 mm |