1954 Buick 40 vs. 1971 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1971 Buick Skylark is newer by 17 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 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1971 Buick Skylark.
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, 1971 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (309 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 1971 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | 40 | Skylark |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2950 mm |
