1954 Buick 40 vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 182 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.
Because 2007 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | 40 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1902 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2830 mm |
