1953 Buick 40 vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 56 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, 2009 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1953 Buick 40. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1953 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Buick 40 weights approximately 699 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape 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, 1953 Buick 40 (304 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Buick 40 | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | 40 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4315 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2630 mm |
