1957 Buick 40 vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1957 Buick 40. (248 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1957 Buick 40.
Because 2011 Ford F-450 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 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, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 570 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Buick 40. (515 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | 40 | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 4379 mm |
