1954 Buick 40 vs. 2007 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2007 Cadillac XLR is newer by 53 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Cadillac XLR.
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, 2007 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2007 Cadillac XLR | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | 40 | XLR |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1655 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2690 mm |
