1954 Buick 40 vs. 2009 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Crossfire 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 4,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Crossfire (330 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 103 kg more than 2009 Chrysler Crossfire.
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 Crossfire (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Crossfire 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 Crossfire | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | 40 | Crossfire |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1572 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2410 mm |
