1954 Buick 40 vs. 2009 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 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 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 239 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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2009 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | 40 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1959 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3050 mm |
