1954 Buick 40 vs. 2000 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2000 Toyota Mark II 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 Toyota Mark II (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2000 Toyota Mark II.
Because 2000 Toyota Mark II 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, 2000 Toyota Mark II 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 2000 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | 40 | Mark II |
Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4328 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2600 mm |