1955 Buick 40 vs. 1973 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1973 Triumph 2000 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Buick 40 (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Buick 40 weights approximately 477 kg more than 1973 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Buick 40 (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Buick 40 | 1973 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Buick | Triumph |
| Model | 40 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5277 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1248 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2700 mm |
