1956 Buick 40 vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 50 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 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Buick 40 (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 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, 2006 Ford F-250 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Buick 40. (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | 40 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 4198 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 103 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3970 mm |
