1954 Buick 40 vs. 2007 Ford F-250
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 53 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 16 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1172 kg more than 1954 Buick 40.
Because 2007 Ford F-250 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, 2007 Ford F-250 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2007 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | 40 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2892 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3490 mm |
