1956 Buick 40 vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2010 Hummer H3 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 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Buick 40 (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Hummer H3. (239 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 604 kg more than 1956 Buick 40.
Because 2010 Hummer H3 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, 2010 Hummer H3 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hummer H3. (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Buick | Hummer |
| Model | 40 | H3 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3420 mm |
