1954 Buick 40 vs. 1969 Porsche 906
To start off, 1969 Porsche 906 is newer by 15 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, 1969 Porsche 906 (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Porsche 906 should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 1058 kg more than 1969 Porsche 906.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 1969 Porsche 906 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | 40 | 906 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 617 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2310 mm |
