1954 Buick 40 vs. 1992 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1992 TVR Griffith is newer by 38 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, 1992 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1992 TVR Griffith.
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, 1992 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 1992 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Buick | TVR |
| Model | 40 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 3944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1060 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2290 mm |
