1954 Buick 40 vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 1954 Buick 40 (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1033 kg more than 1954 Buick 40.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Buick | Land Rover |
Model | 40 | Defender |
Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4328 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2708 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2800 mm |