1954 Buick 40 vs. 1987 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1987 Holden Commodore is newer by 33 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, 1987 Holden Commodore (153 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1987 Holden Commodore.
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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Commodore. (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 1987 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | 40 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1215 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2670 mm |
