1954 Buick 40 vs. 1990 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1990 Toyota Camry is newer by 36 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 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 40 (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Camry. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1990 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Buick 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Camry. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 1990 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | 40 | Camry |
Year Released | 1954 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1205 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2610 mm |