1949 Buick 40 vs. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 64 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, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (370 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1949 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1949 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 794 kg more than 1949 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 | 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Buick | Land Rover |
| Model | 40 | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 2013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2489 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2745 mm |
