1954 Buick 70 vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 59 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, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1954 Buick 70. (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 13 kg more than 2013 Lexus RX.
Because 2013 Lexus RX 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, 2013 Lexus RX 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, 1954 Buick 70 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lexus RX. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lexus RX. 1954 Buick 70 has automatic transmission and 2013 Lexus RX has manual transmission. 2013 Lexus RX 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 | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | 70 | RX |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5274 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2740 mm |
