1948 Buick 40 vs. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 50 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), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1948 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1948 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Buick 40 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 | 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | 40 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1620 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2660 mm |
