1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 1954 Buick 40
To start off, 1985 Buick Wildcat is newer by 31 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, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (193 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
Because 1985 Buick Wildcat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Buick Wildcat (551 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 1954 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Wildcat | 40 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 5279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1720 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3110 mm |
