1954 Buick 40 vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza 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 13 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Altezza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 535 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (410 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (264 Nm). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | 40 | Altezza |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1185 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |
