1948 Buick 40 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 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 4,064 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1948 Buick 40. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1948 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Buick 40 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Buick 40 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | 40 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4064 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1295 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2280 mm |
