1957 Buick 40 vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 49 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 38 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 130 kg more than 1957 Buick 40.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 1957 Buick 40 (515 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1957 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Buick 40 | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | 40 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2890 mm |