1967 Avanti Avanti vs. 1956 Buick 40
To start off, 1967 Avanti Avanti is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,352 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1967 Avanti Avanti.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Avanti Avanti | 1956 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Avanti | Buick |
| Model | Avanti | 40 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5352 cc | 5279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3110 mm |
