1951 Buick 40 vs. 1974 Ford Coin
To start off, 1974 Ford Coin is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Buick 40 (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1974 Ford Coin. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Coin.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Buick 40 (292 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Coin. (146 Nm). This means 1951 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Coin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick 40 | 1974 Ford Coin | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | 40 | Coin |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2590 mm |
