1954 Buick 40 vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 59 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 994 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.
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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | 40 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2714 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3100 mm |