1940 Buick Century vs. 2012 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Defender is newer by 72 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1940 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1940 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,247 cc (8 cylinders), 1940 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1940 Buick Century (165 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1940 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Defender.
Because 2012 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1940 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Defender 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1940 Buick Century | 2012 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Buick | Land Rover |
| Model | Century | Defender |
| Year Released | 1940 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5247 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.3 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108.2 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
