1948 Buick 40 vs. 2000 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 52 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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1948 Buick 40. (142 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1948 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Buick 40 weights approximately 103 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Seville.
Because 1948 Buick 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 | 2000 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | 40 | Seville |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5249 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 1745 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2900 mm |
