1957 Buick 40 vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Buick 40 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 120 more horse power than 1998 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Buick 40 weights approximately 649 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus, 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, 1957 Buick 40 (515 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1957 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Buick 40 | 1998 Ford Focus | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | 40 | Focus |
Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2620 mm |