1954 Buick 40 vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2010 Hummer H3 is newer by 56 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, 2010 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 482 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 2010 Hummer H3 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, 2010 Hummer H3 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, 1954 Buick 40 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hummer H3. (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Buick | Hummer |
| Model | 40 | H3 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2202 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2850 mm |
