1953 Buick 40 vs. 1992 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1992 Holden Commodore is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,315 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Holden Commodore (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1953 Buick 40. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1953 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Buick 40 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1992 Holden Commodore.
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, 1953 Buick 40 (304 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Commodore. (288 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1953 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Buick 40 | 1992 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | 40 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4315 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2740 mm |
