1956 Buick 40 vs. 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 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 Hyundai Genesis Coupe (306 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 53 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe.
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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. (360 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | 40 | Genesis Coupe |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1537 kg |
