1955 Buick 40 vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 57 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1955 Buick 40. (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1955 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 658 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Buick 40. (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Buick 40 | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | 40 | F-150 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5277 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2383 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3670 mm |