1954 Buick 40 vs. 2003 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2003 Holden Frontera is newer by 49 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, 2003 Holden Frontera (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera 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 2003 Holden Frontera.
Because 2003 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2003 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | 40 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1700 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |
