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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (193 HP @ 4100 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. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 859 kg more than 1954 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (489 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (410 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 | 5279 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2579 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3940 mm |
