1953 Buick 40 vs. 2007 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2007 Mercury Milan is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,315 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1953 Buick 40. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1953 Buick 40.
Because 1953 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 1953 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Milan, 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, 1953 Buick 40 (304 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Milan. (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1953 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Buick 40 | 2007 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | 40 | Milan |
Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4315 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2730 mm |