1952 Buick 40 vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 61 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (405 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1952 Buick 40. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1952 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1094 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.
Because 2013 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Buick 40 | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | 40 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2729 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3378 mm |
