1956 Buick 40 vs. 2009 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan 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 5,549 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40.
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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Buick 40. (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 2009 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | 40 | Titan |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 5549 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3560 mm |