1954 Buick 40 vs. 1998 Tata Estate
To start off, 1998 Tata Estate 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) has 74 more horse power than 1998 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 31 kg more than 1998 Tata Estate. 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 (309 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 1998 Tata Estate | |
Make | Buick | Tata |
Model | 40 | Estate |
Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 4328 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 309 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1644 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2830 mm |