1956 Buick 40 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 54 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), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 698 kg more than 1956 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Buick 40. (433 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | 40 | Express |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
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 | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 2402 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2017 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3429 mm |