1954 Buick 40 vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 51 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, 1954 Buick 40 (193 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 321 kg more than 1954 Buick 40.
Because 2005 GMC Safari 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, 2005 GMC Safari 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) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2005 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | 40 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2041 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2830 mm |
