1948 Bentley Mark VI vs. 1948 Buick 40
To start off, both 1948 Bentley Mark VI and 1948 Buick 40 were released in the same year (1948). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,257 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Bentley Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Bentley Mark VI weights approximately 155 kg more than 1948 Buick 40.
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:
| 1948 Bentley Mark VI | 1948 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Bentley | Buick |
| Model | Mark VI | 40 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4257 cc | 4066 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 114 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1695 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3000 mm |
