1955 Buick 40 vs. 2009 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 54 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, 2009 Ford Explorer (399 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1955 Buick 40. (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1955 Buick 40.
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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Explorer. (369 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Buick 40 | 2009 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | 40 | Explorer |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5277 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 369 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |