1949 Bristol 400 vs. 1946 Buick 40
To start off, 1949 Bristol 400 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,249 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Buick 40 (142 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1946 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Buick 40 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1949 Bristol 400. 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:
| 1949 Bristol 400 | 1946 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Bristol | Buick |
| Model | 400 | 40 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5249 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 109.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1845 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3000 mm |
