1956 Buick 40 vs. 2000 Ford Desert Excursion
To start off, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Buick 40 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Desert Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 292 kg more than 2000 Ford Desert Excursion.
Because 2000 Ford Desert Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion (576 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Buick 40. (462 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Desert Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 2000 Ford Desert Excursion | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | 40 | Desert Excursion |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 6800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1298 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2540 mm |
