1956 Buick 40 vs. 2011 Peugeot 4007
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 4007 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, 1956 Buick 40 (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 4007. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 4007.
Because 2011 Peugeot 4007 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, 2011 Peugeot 4007 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 4007. (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 4007.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 2011 Peugeot 4007 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | 40 | 4007 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
