1950 Buick 40 vs. 2008 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 58 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, 2008 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1950 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 437 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.
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, 2008 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Buick 40. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Buick 40 | 2008 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | 40 | Explorer |
Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4065 cc | 4013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2077 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3320 mm |