1941 Buick 40 vs. 2011 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Defender is newer by 70 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. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1941 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1941 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1118 kg more than 1941 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1941 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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:
| 1941 Buick 40 | 2011 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Buick | Land Rover |
| Model | 40 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2708 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2370 mm |
