1956 Buick 40 vs. 2012 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2012 Cadillac SRX is newer by 56 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, 2012 Cadillac SRX (308 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 350 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.
Because 1956 Buick 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac SRX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac SRX. (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 2012 Cadillac SRX | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | 40 | SRX |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 308 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2807 mm |