1952 Buick 40 vs. 2009 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 57 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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1952 Buick 40. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1952 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Buick 40 weights approximately 198 kg more than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1952 Buick 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1952 Buick 40 (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1952 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Buick 40 | 2009 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | 40 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1437 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2760 mm |
