1956 Buick 40 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 53 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 443 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Buick 40. (433 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | 40 | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3310 mm |