1957 Buick 40 vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 47 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 38 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Buick 40 weights approximately 21 kg more than 2004 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Buick 40 (515 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (334 Nm). This means 1957 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Buick 40 | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | 40 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1774 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2540 mm |
