1948 Buick 40 vs. 1979 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1979 Cadillac Seville is newer by 31 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Cadillac Seville (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1948 Buick 40. (142 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1948 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 42 kg more than 1948 Buick 40. 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 | 1979 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | 40 | Seville |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5249 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 1890 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2910 mm |
