1956 Buick 40 vs. 2012 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G25 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, 1956 Buick 40 (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti G25. (218 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti G25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G25 weights approximately 112 kg more than 1956 Buick 40.
Because 2012 Infiniti G25 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G25 will offer significantly more control. 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti G25. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti G25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 2012 Infiniti G25 | |
| Make | Buick | Infiniti |
| Model | 40 | G25 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1773 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2850 mm |
