1949 Buick 40 vs. 1948 Buick 40
To start off, 1949 Buick 40 is newer by 1 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), 1949 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Buick 40 (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1948 Buick 40. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1948 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Buick 40 weights approximately 220 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:
| 1949 Buick 40 | 1948 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | 40 | 40 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5249 cc | 4064 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1645 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3000 mm |
