2004 Acura NSX vs. 1955 Buick 40
To start off, 2004 Acura NSX is newer by 49 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, 2004 Acura NSX (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1955 Buick 40. (234 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1955 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Buick 40 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2004 Acura NSX.
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) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura NSX | 1955 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | NSX | 40 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1725 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3110 mm |
