1948 Buick 40 vs. 2004 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Toyota MR2 is newer by 56 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, 1948 Buick 40 (142 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Toyota MR2. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Buick 40 weights approximately 783 kg more than 2004 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 | 2004 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | 40 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5249 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.5 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 1065 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2610 mm |
