1941 Buick 40 vs. 1986 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 208 is newer by 45 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 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1941 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1941 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1941 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Buick 40 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 208.
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 | 1986 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | 40 | 208 |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2350 mm |
