1954 Buick 40 vs. 1964 MG MGC
To start off, 1964 MG MGC is newer by 10 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 4,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 MG MGC (149 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 MG MGC should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40.
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, 1954 Buick 40 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 MG MGC. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 MG MGC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 1964 MG MGC | |
| Make | Buick | MG |
| Model | 40 | MGC |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
