1950 Buick 40 vs. 2007 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2007 Ford Expedition is newer by 57 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1950 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Expedition weights approximately 75 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 2007 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Expedition 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, 2007 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Buick 40. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Buick 40 | 2007 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | 40 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4065 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3030 mm |
