1957 Buick 40 vs. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Buick 40 (248 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1998 Land Rover Range Rover. (187 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1998 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 295 kg more than 1957 Buick 40.
Because 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1957 Buick 40 (515 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Land Rover Range Rover. (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Buick 40 | 1998 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Buick | Land Rover |
Model | 40 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2750 mm |