1954 Buick 40 vs. 2005 Lincoln Aviator
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Aviator 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, 2005 Lincoln Aviator (302 HP) has 109 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (193 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Aviator should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Aviator weights approximately 470 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Buick 40 (410 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln Aviator. (407 Nm). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln Aviator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2005 Lincoln Aviator | |
| Make | Buick | Lincoln |
| Model | 40 | Aviator |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2190 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2890 mm |
