1954 Buick 40 vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander (305 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 322 kg more than 2010 Jeep Commander.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (453 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | 40 | Commander |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1398 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2790 mm |
