1954 Buick 40 vs. 2000 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2000 Jensen SV-8 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, 2000 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2000 Jensen SV-8.
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, 2000 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 2000 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | Buick | Jensen |
Model | 40 | SV-8 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1300 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2410 mm |