1954 Buick 70 vs. 2008 Lexus LS
To start off, 2008 Lexus LS is newer by 54 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, 2008 Lexus LS (389 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1954 Buick 70. (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus LS weights approximately 362 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.
Because 2008 Lexus LS 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, 2008 Lexus LS 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, 2008 Lexus LS (520 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 70. (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 70 | 2008 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | 70 | LS |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5274 cc | 4969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 2345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2980 mm |
