1956 Buick 40 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 98 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Buick 40. (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | 40 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1492 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2685 mm |