1949 Buick 40 vs. 2000 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2000 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1949 Buick 40. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1949 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Buick 40 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2000 Land Rover Freelander.
Because 2000 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Land Rover Freelander 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:
| 1949 Buick 40 | 2000 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Buick | Land Rover |
| Model | 40 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1400 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2560 mm |
