1954 Buick 40 vs. 2008 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Torrent 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 4,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Torrent (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 323 kg more than 2008 Pontiac Torrent.
Because 2008 Pontiac Torrent 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 Pontiac Torrent 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 (309 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac Torrent. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac Torrent.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2008 Pontiac Torrent | |
| Make | Buick | Pontiac |
| Model | 40 | Torrent |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 3423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2860 mm |
