1954 Buick 40 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger 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 4,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger 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, 1954 Buick 40 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | 40 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3010 mm |
