1954 Buick 40 vs. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 835 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.
Because 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (309 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Buick | Land Rover |
Model | 40 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4328 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2510 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2890 mm |