1948 Buick 40 vs. 1982 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 208 is newer by 34 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 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (155 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1948 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1948 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Buick 40 weights approximately 459 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 208.
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 | 1982 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | 40 | 208 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1236 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2350 mm |
