1954 Buick 70 vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra is newer by 56 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, 2010 GMC Sierra (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1954 Buick 70. (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 335 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 GMC Sierra (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 70. (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 70.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 70 | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | 70 | Sierra |
Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5274 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 413 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 2318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 3645 mm |