1952 Buick 40 vs. 2006 Ford E-350
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1952 Buick 40. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1952 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 853 kg more than 1952 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, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Buick 40 | 2006 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | 40 | E-350 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4066 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2488 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3510 mm |