1954 Buick 40 vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter 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 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 40 (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 230 kg more than 1954 Buick 40.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Buick 40 (410 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | 40 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1950 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 4020 mm |
