1954 Buick 40 vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 58 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, 2012 Honda Civic (198 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (193 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 453 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic.
Because 1954 Buick 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (193 Nm). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 2012 Honda Civic | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | 40 | Civic |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 198 HP |
Torque | 410 Nm | 193 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1267 kg |