1963 Austin A 90 vs. 1954 Buick 40

To start off, 1963 Austin A 90 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 40 (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1963 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 40 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin A 90.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Austin A 90 1954 Buick 40
Make Austin Buick
Model A 90 40
Year Released 1963 1954
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2912 cc 5279 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 120 HP 193 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 4100 RPM
Torque 221 Nm 410 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.3:1 8.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1720 kg
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 3110 mm