1954 Buick 40 vs. 2004 Noble M12
To start off, 2004 Noble M12 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, 2004 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 670 kg more than 2004 Noble M12.
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 Noble M12 (486 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 2004 Noble M12 | |
Make | Buick | Noble |
Model | 40 | M12 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 486 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1050 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2440 mm |