1954 Buick 40 vs. 2010 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Musso 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 4,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 40 (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Musso. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 326 kg more than 1954 Buick 40.
Because 2010 SsangYong Musso 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 SsangYong Musso 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 (309 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2010 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | 40 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2760 mm |
