1942 Buick 40 vs. 1947 Maserati 4CL
To start off, 1947 Maserati 4CL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,249 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Maserati 4CL (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1942 Buick 40. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1947 Maserati 4CL should accelerate faster than 1942 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Buick 40 weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1947 Maserati 4CL.
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:
| 1942 Buick 40 | 1947 Maserati 4CL | |
| Make | Buick | Maserati |
| Model | 40 | 4CL |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1947 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5249 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 630 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2510 mm |
