1954 Buick 40 vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic 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, both vehicles can yield 141 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 214 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
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, 2009 Honda Civic, 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | 40 | Civic |
Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4328 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |