1954 Buick 70 vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia 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, 1954 Buick 70 (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2012 Opel Insignia. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 70 should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Insignia.
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 Opel Insignia, 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Insignia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 70 | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | 70 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5274 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2737 mm |
