1956 Buick 40 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 495 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Polo, 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | 40 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1209 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2470 mm |
