1942 Buick 40 vs. 1968 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1968 Toyota 2000GT is newer by 26 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, 1968 Toyota 2000GT (150 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1942 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1942 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Buick 40 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1968 Toyota 2000GT.
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 | 1968 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | 40 | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1125 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2340 mm |
