1981 Buick Electra vs. 1954 Buick 40
To start off, 1981 Buick Electra is newer by 27 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 4,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 40 (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1981 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Electra weights approximately 17 kg more than 1954 Buick 40.
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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick Electra | 1954 Buick 40 | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Electra | 40 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 4328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3110 mm |