1954 Buick 40 vs. 2004 Lexus LS
To start off, 2004 Lexus LS 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 4,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus LS (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus LS weights approximately 137 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.
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, 2004 Lexus LS (434 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2004 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | 40 | LS |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 278 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1812 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2930 mm |
