1954 Buick 40 vs. 2011 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Opel Antara 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 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 3 more horse power than 2011 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 130 kg more than 1954 Buick 40.
Because 2011 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2011 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | 40 | Antara |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |
