1948 Buick 40 vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 63 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 4,064 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1948 Buick 40. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1948 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 115 kg more than 1948 Buick 40. 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 | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | 40 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4064 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1760 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2918 mm |
