1954 Buick 40 vs. 2000 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2000 Nissan Sentra 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 4,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Sentra (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 535 kg more than 2000 Nissan Sentra.
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 Nissan Sentra, 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 (325 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Sentra. (184 Nm). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2000 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | 40 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1140 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2630 mm |
