1954 Buick 40 vs. 2000 Ford Escort
To start off, 2000 Ford Escort is newer by 46 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, 1954 Buick 40 (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 596 kg more than 2000 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Ford Escort, 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 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escort. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 2000 Ford Escort | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | 40 | Escort |
Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1124 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2510 mm |