1954 Buick 40 vs. 1974 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1974 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 20 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, 1954 Buick 40 (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1974 Reliant Scimitar. (123 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1974 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1974 Reliant Scimitar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (309 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Reliant Scimitar. (267 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 1974 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Buick | Reliant |
Model | 40 | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1954 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4328 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2540 mm |