1954 Buick 70 vs. 2011 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2011 Nissan GT-R is newer by 57 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, 2011 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1954 Buick 70. (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 246 kg more than 2011 Nissan GT-R.
Because 2011 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Buick 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R 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, 2011 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 70. (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 70. 1954 Buick 70 has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan GT-R has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan GT-R 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 | 2011 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | 70 | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5274 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2779 mm |
