1956 Buick 40 vs. 2012 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang (412 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mustang weights approximately 45 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.
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 Ford Mustang (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Buick 40. (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 2012 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | 40 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 412 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1635 kg |
