1954 Buick 40 vs. 2004 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2004 Lincoln 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 Lincoln LS (229 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln LS weights approximately 10 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, 1954 Buick 40 (309 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lincoln LS. (298 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 2004 Lincoln LS | |
Make | Buick | Lincoln |
Model | 40 | LS |
Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4328 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2780 mm |