1948 Buick 40 vs. 2005 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2005 TVR Tuscan 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, 2005 TVR Tuscan (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1948 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1948 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Buick 40 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2005 TVR Tuscan.
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 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Buick | TVR |
| Model | 40 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1230 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2370 mm |
