1956 Buick 40 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic is newer by 57 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 118 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 314 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Buick 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 2013 Chevrolet Sonic | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | 40 | Sonic |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1276 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1735 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2685 mm |
