1954 Buick 40 vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 40 (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1136 kg more than 1954 Buick 40.
Because 1954 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 1954 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus, 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, 1954 Buick 40 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | 40 | Focus |
Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 1981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2856 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2620 mm |