1949 Buick 40 vs. 2000 Ford Equator
To start off, 2000 Ford Equator is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Equator (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1949 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Equator should accelerate faster than 1949 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Buick 40 weights approximately 487 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Buick 40 | 2000 Ford Equator | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | 40 | Equator |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 1787 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1208 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3260 mm |
