1949 Buick 40 vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1949 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 should accelerate faster than 1949 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Buick 40 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1954 Oldsmobile 88.
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 | 1954 Oldsmobile 88 | |
| Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 40 | 88 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 5320 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1670 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3110 mm |
