2008 Acura MDX vs. 1956 Buick 40
To start off, 2008 Acura MDX is newer by 52 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, 2008 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2008 Acura MDX.
Because 2008 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura MDX. (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura MDX | 1956 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | MDX | 40 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 5279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 462 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3110 mm |
