1954 Buick 40 vs. 1998 Lexus ES
To start off, 1998 Lexus ES is newer by 44 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, 1998 Lexus ES (218 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1998 Lexus ES.
Because 1954 Buick 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Lexus ES, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lexus ES. (304 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 1998 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | 40 | ES |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1530 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2680 mm |
