1957 Buick 40 vs. 2008 Ford F-450
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 51 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1957 Buick 40. (248 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1957 Buick 40.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Buick 40. (515 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Buick 40 | 2008 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | 40 | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 4390 mm |
