1954 Buick 40 vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 1968 Plymouth VIP is newer by 14 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, 1968 Plymouth VIP (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 73 kg more than 1968 Plymouth VIP.
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, 1968 Plymouth VIP (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
Make | Buick | Plymouth |
Model | 40 | VIP |
Year Released | 1954 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 5208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1647 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3030 mm |