1957 Buick 40 vs. 2008 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 51 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 150 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. (98 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Buick 40 weights approximately 710 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Ignis 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, 2008 Suzuki Ignis 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 382 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1957 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Buick 40 | 2008 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | 40 | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2370 mm |
