1948 Buick 40 vs. 1983 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 1983 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 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 (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1948 Buick 40. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1948 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 195 kg more than 1948 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:
| 1948 Buick 40 | 1983 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Buick | Lincoln |
| Model | 40 | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4064 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1840 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2990 mm |
