1954 Buick 40 vs. 1978 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1978 Cadillac Seville is newer by 24 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Cadillac Seville (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 215 kg more than 1954 Buick 40. 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, 1978 Cadillac Seville (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 1978 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | 40 | Seville |
Year Released | 1954 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4328 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1890 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2910 mm |