1954 Buick 40 vs. 1994 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1994 Ford Mustang is newer by 40 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, 1994 Ford Mustang (317 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1994 Ford Mustang.
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, 1994 Ford Mustang (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 1994 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | 40 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1954 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1670 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2580 mm |