1957 Buick 40 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 52 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1957 Buick 40. (248 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1957 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Buick 40 weights approximately 535 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1957 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Buick 40 | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | 40 | Express |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 319 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3440 mm |