1954 Buick 70 vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1954 Buick 70. (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 447 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 2013 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Buick 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 70. (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 70.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 70 | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | 70 | Tundra |
Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5274 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 102 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 6290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 4180 mm |