1942 Buick 40 vs. 1958 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1958 Ford 12 M is newer by 16 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 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1942 Buick 40 (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1958 Ford 12 M. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1942 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Buick 40 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1958 Ford 12 M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 | 1958 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | 40 | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 895 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2500 mm |
