1942 Buick 40 vs. 1983 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 1983 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 41 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lincoln Town Car (129 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1942 Buick 40. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1942 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 165 kg more than 1942 Buick 40. 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 | 1983 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Buick | Lincoln |
| Model | 40 | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1820 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3080 mm |
