1954 Buick 40 vs. 2000 Porsche 911
To start off, 2000 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (328 HP) has 135 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (193 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40.
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 (410 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche 911. (351 Nm). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2000 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | 40 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 328 HP |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2370 mm |
