1954 Buick 40 vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 797 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.
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 Dodge Ram (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | 40 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 8276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2472 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3580 mm |
