1954 Buick 40 vs. 2001 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2001 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 556 kg more than 2001 Toyota Celica.
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 Toyota Celica, 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 (309 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2001 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | 40 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2510 mm |
