1954 Buick 40 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 50 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 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (386 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (309 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | 40 | Express |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 4818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3440 mm |
