1954 Buick 40 vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 47 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 135 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 282 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5. 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, 2001 Citroen C5, 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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | 40 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1438 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2760 mm |
