1942 Buick 40 vs. 2010 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2010 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 68 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1942 Buick 40. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1942 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 394 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 | 2010 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Buick | Lincoln |
| Model | 40 | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 2049 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3142 mm |
