1954 Buick 40 vs. 2009 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot 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 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 280 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.
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 Pilot, 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 2009 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | 40 | Pilot |
Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4328 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1955 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2780 mm |