1954 Buick 40 vs. 2001 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT 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 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT 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, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (602 Nm) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (325 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2001 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | 40 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 602 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |
