1954 Buick 40 vs. 2003 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2003 Nissan 350Z 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 4,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan 350Z (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2003 Nissan 350Z.
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, 2003 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (309 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 2003 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | 40 | 350Z |
Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4328 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2630 mm |