2003 Buick Regal vs. 1955 Nissan Sports
To start off, 2003 Buick Regal is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Regal weights approximately 810 kg more than 1955 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Buick Regal (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Regal | 1955 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Regal | Sports |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 859 cc |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2160 mm |
