1946 Buick 40 vs. 2004 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2004 GAZ 3111 is newer by 58 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, 2004 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1946 Buick 40. (142 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1946 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Buick 40 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2004 GAZ 3111.
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 | 2004 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Buick | GAZ |
| Model | 40 | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5249 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1500 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2810 mm |
