1946 Buick 40 vs. 2003 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2003 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 57 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 7,729 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 648 more horse power than 1946 Buick 40. (142 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1946 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Buick 40 weights approximately 845 kg more than 2003 TVR Speed 12.
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 | 2003 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Buick | TVR |
| Model | 40 | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5249 cc | 7729 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2570 mm |
