1954 Buick 40 vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z 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 4,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 106 kg more than 2012 Nissan 370Z.
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, 2012 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (309 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | 40 | 370Z |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4328 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2550 mm |