1954 Buick 40 vs. 2008 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang 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, 2008 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1142 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, 2008 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 2008 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | 40 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2862 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2730 mm |