1948 Buick 40 vs. 2005 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 57 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 8,284 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1948 Buick 40. (142 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1948 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Buick 40 weights approximately 302 kg more than 2005 Dodge Viper.
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 | 2005 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | 40 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5249 cc | 8284 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 102.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.5 mm | 100.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 1546 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2520 mm |
