1952 Buick 40 vs. 2008 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Defender is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 482 kg more than 1952 Buick 40.
Because 2008 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Defender 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. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Land Rover Defender (301 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Buick 40 | 2008 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Buick | Land Rover |
| Model | 40 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 2495 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2117 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3230 mm |
