1954 Buick 40 vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 57 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 912 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 2011 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Buick | Land Rover |
Model | 40 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2632 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2670 mm |