1957 Buick 40 vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 54 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1957 Buick 40. (248 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1957 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 584 kg more than 1957 Buick 40. 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. Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 515 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Buick 40 | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | 40 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 2379 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2012 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3670 mm |
