1954 Buick 40 vs. 1968 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1968 Triumph 2000 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, 1954 Buick 40 (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1968 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Buick 40 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 1968 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Buick | Triumph |
| Model | 40 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1170 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2700 mm |
