1946 Buick 40 vs. 1996 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1996 Ford Mustang is newer by 50 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1946 Buick 40. (142 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1946 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Buick 40 weights approximately 298 kg more than 1996 Ford Mustang.
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 | 1996 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | 40 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5249 cc | 4655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1547 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2580 mm |
