1941 Buick 40 vs. 1958 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1958 Ford Fairlane is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,785 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Buick 40 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1958 Ford Fairlane.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1941 Buick 40 | 1958 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | 40 | Fairlane |
Year Released | 1941 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4066 cc | 4785 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1520 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3000 mm |