1957 Buick 40 vs. 2011 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2011 Nissan Titan is newer by 54 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, 2011 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1957 Buick 40. (248 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1957 Buick 40.
Because 2011 Nissan Titan 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, 2011 Nissan Titan 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, 2011 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Buick 40. (515 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Buick 40 | 2011 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | 40 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 4060 mm |
