1952 Buick 40 vs. 2007 Ford Territory
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 55 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 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1952 Buick 40. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1952 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 381 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, 2007 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Buick 40 | 2007 Ford Territory | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | 40 | Territory |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 3984 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2850 mm |
