1957 Buick 40 vs. 1950 Mercury Roadster
To start off, 1957 Buick 40 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Mercury Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Mercury Roadster would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Buick 40 (248 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1950 Mercury Roadster. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1950 Mercury Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Buick 40 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1950 Mercury Roadster. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Buick 40 | 1950 Mercury Roadster | |
| Make | Buick | Mercury |
| Model | 40 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1550 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2960 mm |
