1954 Buick 40 vs. 1996 GAZ 3110
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 42 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 2 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (191 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1996 GAZ 3110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 GAZ 3110. (309 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 1996 GAZ 3110 | |
Make | Buick | GAZ |
Model | 40 | 3110 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 3378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1480 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2810 mm |