1956 Buick 40 vs. 2009 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Buick 40 (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (196 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 215 kg more than 1956 Buick 40.
Because 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 2009 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | 40 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 3777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2430 mm |
