1951 Buick 40 vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 59 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1951 Buick 40. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1951 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 918 kg more than 1951 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick 40 | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | 40 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2553 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2004 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3670 mm |
