1942 Buick 40 vs. 2002 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 60 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, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1942 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 1942 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Buick 40 weights approximately 720 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall VX220.
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 | 2002 Vauxhall VX220 | |
| Make | Buick | Vauxhall |
| Model | 40 | VX220 |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 870 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2340 mm |
