1954 Buick 40 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 54 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, 1954 Buick 40 (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 645 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2008 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | 40 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1075 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |
