1954 Buick 40 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Concept T
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Concept T 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 Volkswagen Concept T (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Concept T should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 389 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Concept T.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Concept T is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Concept T will offer significantly more control. 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 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Concept T. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Concept T.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 2004 Volkswagen Concept T | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | 40 | Concept T |
Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1331 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |