1956 Buick 40 vs. 2011 SSC Aero
To start off, 2011 SSC Aero 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 810 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 297 kg more than 2011 SSC Aero.
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 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 895 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Buick 40. (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 2011 SSC Aero | |
Make | Buick | SSC |
Model | 40 | Aero |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 1062 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 1357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1293 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2080 mm |