1941 Buick 40 vs. 1974 Lada S
To start off, 1974 Lada S is newer by 33 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 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1941 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Buick 40 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1974 Lada S.
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 | 1974 Lada S | |
Make | Buick | Lada |
Model | 40 | S |
Year Released | 1941 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4066 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
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 | 1000 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2470 mm |