1954 Buick 40 vs. 2010 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2010 Ford Maverick is newer by 56 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, 2010 Ford Maverick (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 157 kg more than 2010 Ford Maverick.
Because 2010 Ford Maverick 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, 2010 Ford Maverick 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 (309 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 2010 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | 40 | Maverick |
Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4328 cc | 2288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2630 mm |