1954 Buick 40 vs. 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT

To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT is newer by 39 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, 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT.

Because 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT will offer significantly more control. 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 (309 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT.

Compare all specifications:

1954 Buick 40 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT
Make Buick Mitsubishi
Model 40 3000GT
Year Released 1954 1993
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4328 cc 2970 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 141 HP 221 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 309 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Vehicle Weight 1675 kg 1475 kg
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 3110 mm 2480 mm