1954 Buick 70 vs. 2012 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 58 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, 2012 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1954 Buick 70. (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 185 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 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, 2012 Buick Enclave, 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 70 | 2012 Buick Enclave | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | 70 | Enclave |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5274 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1842 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 3020 mm |