1954 Buick 40 vs. 2010 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2010 Nissan Titan 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40.
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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 2010 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | 40 | Titan |
Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4328 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3560 mm |