1954 Buick 70 vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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, 1954 Buick 70 (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 70 should accelerate faster than 2010 Land Rover Freelander.
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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander, 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. 1954 Buick 70 has automatic transmission and 2010 Land Rover Freelander has manual transmission. 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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 | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Buick | Land Rover |
Model | 70 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5274 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2670 mm |