1942 Buick 40 vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 67 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, 1942 Buick 40 (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1942 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 903 kg more than 1942 Buick 40.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1942 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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 | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Buick | Land Rover |
| Model | 40 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5249 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 2708 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2370 mm |
