1948 Buick 40 vs. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast
To start off, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast is newer by 18 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 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1948 Buick 40. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1948 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Buick 40 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast.
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 | 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | 40 | 500 Superfast |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4064 cc | 4963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1540 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2660 mm |
