1954 Buick 40 vs. 2009 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2009 Lancia Musa 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, 1954 Buick 40 (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Musa. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 442 kg more than 2009 Lancia Musa. 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 Lancia Musa, 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 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lancia Musa. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2009 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | 40 | Musa |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1278 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2520 mm |
