1954 Buick 40 vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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, 1954 Buick 40 (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 226 kg more than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | 40 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 2485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1494 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2630 mm |
