1956 Buick 40 vs. 2007 Ford Edge
To start off, 2007 Ford Edge is newer by 51 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, 2007 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40.
Because 2007 Ford Edge 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, 2007 Ford Edge 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, 1956 Buick 40 (433 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 2007 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | 40 | Edge |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2830 mm |
