1954 Buick 40 vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 62 kg more than 2013 Volvo S60.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (309 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | 40 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2097 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2776 mm |
