1957 Buick 40 vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 49 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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1957 Buick 40. (248 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1957 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Buick 40 weights approximately 543 kg more than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
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, 2006 Nissan 350Z, 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1957 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Buick 40 | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | 40 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3491 cc |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2660 mm |
