1982 Buick Estate vs. 1957 Buick 40
To start off, 1982 Buick Estate is newer by 25 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 6,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Buick 40 (248 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1982 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Estate weights approximately 90 kg more than 1957 Buick 40.
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, 1957 Buick 40 (515 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick Estate. (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1957 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick Estate | 1957 Buick 40 | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Estate | 40 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6596 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3110 mm |