1954 Buick 40 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 333 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (309 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | 40 | 911 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4328 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 370 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1342 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2360 mm |