1950 Buick 40 vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,065 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1950 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 285 kg more than 1950 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Buick 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1950 Buick 40 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1950 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Buick 40 | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | 40 | Milan |
Year Released | 1950 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4065 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2730 mm |