1979 Buick Century vs. 1954 Studebaker Commander
To start off, 1979 Buick Century is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Studebaker Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Studebaker Commander would be higher. At 3,673 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Studebaker Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Studebaker Commander (140 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Studebaker Commander should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 10 kg more than 1954 Studebaker Commander.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 1954 Studebaker Commander | |
| Make | Buick | Studebaker |
| Model | Century | Commander |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 3673 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3070 mm |
