1954 Buick 40 vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | 40 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1330 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3110 mm |
