1979 Buick Regal vs. 1954 Buick 40
To start off, 1979 Buick Regal is newer by 25 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 4,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 40 (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1979 Buick Regal. 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 (309 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Regal. (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Regal | 1954 Buick 40 | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Regal | 40 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4348 cc | 4328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3110 mm |