1946 Buick 40 vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 1992 Porsche 911 is newer by 46 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 5,249 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1946 Buick 40. (142 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1946 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Buick 40 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Buick 40 | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | 40 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5249 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1175 kg |
