1956 Buick 40 vs. 2011 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC90 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 (217 HP) has 32 more horse power than 2011 Volvo XC90. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 451 kg more than 1956 Buick 40.
Because 2011 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 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 (433 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo XC90. (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 2011 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | 40 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1897 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2860 mm |
