1954 Buick 40 vs. 2004 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2004 Pontiac GTO 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac GTO 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, 2004 Pontiac GTO (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 2004 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | 40 | GTO |
Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4328 cc | 5970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1685 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2800 mm |