1954 Buick 40 vs. 2007 Infiniti M
To start off, 2007 Infiniti M 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 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti M (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40.
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, 1954 Buick 40 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Infiniti M. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2007 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Buick | Infiniti |
| Model | 40 | M |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2910 mm |
