1955 Buick 40 vs. 1955 Ford 12 M
To start off, both 1955 Buick 40 and 1955 Ford 12 M were released in the same year (1955). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Buick 40 (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1955 Ford 12 M. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford 12 M.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Buick 40 | 1955 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | 40 | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5277 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2500 mm |
