1954 Buick 70 vs. 1972 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1972 GMC Jimmy is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 70 would be higher. At 5,274 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 70 (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (115 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 70 should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 133 kg more than 1972 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Buick 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 GMC Jimmy 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 70 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 70 | 1972 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | 70 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5274 cc | 5032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2720 mm |
