1956 Buick 40 vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 386 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.
Because 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | 40 | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1976 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2900 mm |