1948 Buick 40 vs. 2005 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2005 Smart Roadster 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 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Buick 40 (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Buick 40 weights approximately 807 kg more than 2005 Smart Roadster. 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 | 2005 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Buick | Smart |
| Model | 40 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 888 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2370 mm |
