1954 Buick 40 vs. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 40 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, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 268 kg more than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | 40 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1452 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3000 mm |
