1954 Buick 40 vs. 2008 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2008 Seat Exeo 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 Seat Exeo (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2008 Seat Exeo.
Because 1954 Buick 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Exeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Exeo. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Exeo.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 2008 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Buick | Seat |
Model | 40 | Exeo |
Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4328 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1772 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2642 mm |