1954 Buick 40 vs. 2006 Chevrolet SSR
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 52 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 597 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (309 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 2006 Chevrolet SSR | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | 40 | SSR |
Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4328 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 401 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1078 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2950 mm |