1954 Buick 40 vs. 1976 Datsun 280Z
To start off, 1976 Datsun 280Z is newer by 22 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, 1976 Datsun 280Z (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Datsun 280Z should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1976 Datsun 280Z.
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 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Datsun 280Z. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Datsun 280Z.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 1976 Datsun 280Z | |
Make | Buick | Datsun |
Model | 40 | 280Z |
Year Released | 1954 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4328 cc | 2753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1200 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2304 mm |