1946 Buick 40 vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 60 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1946 Buick 40. (142 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 390 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
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 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | 40 | 911 |
Year Released | 1946 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5249 cc | 3818 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 109.5 mm | 76 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1455 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2360 mm |