1954 Buick 40 vs. 1955 Buick 40
To start off, 1955 Buick 40 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Buick 40 (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Buick 40 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1954 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 1955 Buick 40 | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | 40 | 40 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 5277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 234 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1725 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3110 mm |