1948 Buick 40 vs. 1998 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 456M 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1948 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1948 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Buick 40 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 456M.
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 Ferrari 456M | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | 40 | 456M |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1690 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2600 mm |
