1946 Buick 40 vs. 1978 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1978 Cadillac Seville is newer by 32 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Buick 40 (142 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 45 kg more than 1946 Buick 40.
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 | 1978 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | 40 | Seville |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5249 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1890 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2910 mm |
