1949 Buick 40 vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 57 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 5,249 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Buick 40 (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | 40 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5249 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3190 mm |
