1957 Buick 40 vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 55 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1957 Buick 40. (248 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1957 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 877 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 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Buick 40. (515 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Buick 40 | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Buick | Land Rover |
Model | 40 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 2672 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2035 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2891 mm |