1954 Buick 40 vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird 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 4,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 214 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Firebird.
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 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | 40 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4328 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1461 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2570 mm |