1954 Buick 70 vs. 2000 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2000 Smart ForFour is newer by 46 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 92 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForFour. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 70 should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 1008 kg more than 2000 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Buick 70 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Buick 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Smart ForFour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 70 | 2000 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Buick | Smart |
| Model | 70 | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5274 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1460 mm |
