1948 Buick 40 vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 5,249 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1948 Buick 40. (142 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1948 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Buick 40 weights approximately 153 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Buick 40 | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | 40 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5249 cc | 3473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 1695 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2630 mm |
