1954 Buick 40 vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf 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 27 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 383 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | 40 | Golf |
Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4328 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1292 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2520 mm |