1979 Buick Electra vs. 1955 Buick 40
To start off, 1979 Buick Electra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Buick 40 (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra.
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, 1955 Buick 40 (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Electra. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Electra | 1955 Buick 40 | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Electra | 40 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 234 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1725 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3110 mm |