1948 Buick 40 vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 49 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 4,064 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (520 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 1948 Buick 40. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1948 Buick 40.
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 | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | 40 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4064 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 520 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2270 mm |
