1955 Buick 40 vs. 2007 Ford Territory
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1955 Buick 40. (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1955 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 291 kg more than 1955 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1955 Buick 40 (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Territory. (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Territory.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Buick 40 | 2007 Ford Territory | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | 40 | Territory |
Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5277 cc | 3984 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2016 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2850 mm |