1954 Buick 40 vs. 1998 Rover 400
To start off, 1998 Rover 400 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, 1954 Buick 40 (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1998 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 400.
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 Rover 400, 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 (309 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 1998 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Buick | Rover |
| Model | 40 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2560 mm |
