1954 Buick 40 vs. 1997 Mercury MC4
To start off, 1997 Mercury MC4 is newer by 43 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, 1997 Mercury MC4 (202 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercury MC4 should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40.
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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercury MC4. (387 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercury MC4.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 1997 Mercury MC4 | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | 40 | MC4 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |