1956 Buick 40 vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1956 Buick 40.
Because 2012 Volvo XC70 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 Volvo XC70 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC70. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | 40 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1862 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2815 mm |
