1956 Buick 40 vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier 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 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier 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, 1956 Buick 40 (433 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | 40 | Frontier |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3200 mm |