1956 Buick 40 vs. 2009 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 53 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, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Because 1956 Buick 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 2009 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | 40 | Taurus |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
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 | 252 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6251 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4501 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2870 mm |