1948 Buick 40 vs. 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,249 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Buick 40 (142 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Buick 40 weights approximately 511 kg more than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Buick 40 | 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
| Make | Buick | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 40 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5249 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 1337 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2730 mm |
