1955 Buick 40 vs. 2009 Ford F-450
To start off, 2009 Ford F-450 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-450 (326 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1955 Buick 40. (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-450 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, 2009 Ford F-450 (814 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Buick 40. (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Buick 40 | 2009 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | 40 | F-450 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5277 cc | 6400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 814 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 4390 mm |