1946 Buick 40 vs. 1988 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 348 is newer by 42 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, 1988 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1946 Buick 40. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1946 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Buick 40 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 348.
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 | 1988 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | 40 | 348 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 3404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1465 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2460 mm |
