1956 Buick 40 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 55 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (426 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 277 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, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Buick 40. (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 2011 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | 40 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 426 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1867 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1918 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2852 mm |