1954 Buick 70 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 51 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1954 Buick 70. (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 111 kg more than 1954 Buick 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 70. (410 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 70 | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | 70 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5274 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 2094 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 3650 mm |
