1954 Buick 40 vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2009 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (309 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | 40 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3710 mm |
