1954 Buick 40 vs. 2001 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2001 Renault Avantime 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, 2001 Renault Avantime (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 Renault Avantime.
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 Renault Avantime, 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Avantime. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Avantime.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2001 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | 40 | Avantime |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1700 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2570 mm |
