1956 Buick 40 vs. 2012 GMC Sierra

To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 721 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, 1956 Buick 40 (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Sierra. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Sierra.

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