1946 Buick 40 vs. 1970 Porsche 914
To start off, 1970 Porsche 914 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Buick 40 (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1970 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1970 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Buick 40 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1970 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1946 Buick 40 | 1970 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | 40 | 914 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 925 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2460 mm |
