1954 Buick 70 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan 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 5,274 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1954 Buick 70. (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 652 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1954 Buick 70 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. 1954 Buick 70 has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1954 Buick 70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 70 | 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | 70 | Sharan |
Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5274 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2850 mm |