1954 Buick 40 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 55 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 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 414 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | 40 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4328 cc | 6198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1261 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2690 mm |