1941 Buick 40 vs. 1954 Ferrari 375 America
To start off, 1954 Ferrari 375 America is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,523 cc (12 cylinders), 1954 Ferrari 375 America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 375 America (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1941 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 375 America should accelerate faster than 1941 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Buick 40 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 375 America.
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:
| 1941 Buick 40 | 1954 Ferrari 375 America | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | 40 | 375 America |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 4523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1155 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2810 mm |
