1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 1956 Buick 40
To start off, 1986 Avanti Avanti is newer by 30 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 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Buick 40 (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (203 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1986 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 110 kg more than 1956 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, 1956 Buick 40 (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Avanti Avanti | 1956 Buick 40 | |
Make | Avanti | Buick |
Model | Avanti | 40 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1956 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 5279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 462 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 3110 mm |