1957 Buick 40 vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 56 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1957 Buick 40. (248 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 1957 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 1035 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, 1957 Buick 40 (515 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford E-Series. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford E-Series.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Buick 40 | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | 40 | E-Series |
Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2017 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3505 mm |