1957 Buick 40 vs. 2001 Toyota Pod

To start off, 2001 Toyota Pod is newer by 44 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 47 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Pod. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Pod. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Buick 40 weights approximately 851 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1957 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 1957 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod, 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, 1957 Buick 40 (515 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Pod. (430 Nm). This means 1957 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Pod.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Buick 40 2001 Toyota Pod
Make Buick Toyota
Model 40 Pod
Year Released 1957 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5967 cc 1495 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 248 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 515 Nm 430 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1795 kg 944 kg
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 3110 mm 2440 mm


 

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