1957 Buick 40 vs. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1957 Buick 40. (248 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1957 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 358 kg more than 1957 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (373 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Buick 40 | 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | 40 | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 2153 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2880 mm |
