1954 Buick 40 vs. 1977 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1977 Buick LeSabre is newer by 23 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, 1977 Buick LeSabre (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1977 Buick LeSabre.
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, 1977 Buick LeSabre (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 1977 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | 40 | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1630 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2950 mm |
