1948 Buick 40 vs. 1987 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 39 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, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1948 Buick 40. (142 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1948 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Buick 40 weights approximately 378 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Mondial.
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 | 1987 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | 40 | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5249 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.5 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 1470 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2660 mm |
