1954 Buick 40 vs. 2013 Toyota Venza

To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 4,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (179 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 115 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 2013 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Venza. (247 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Venza.

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