1950 Buick 40 vs. 2007 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo 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 4,065 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1950 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Buick 40 weights approximately 76 kg more than 2007 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2007 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2007 Ford Mondeo (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Buick 40. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo 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 Mondeo | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | 40 | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4065 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1564 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2760 mm |