1949 Buick 40 vs. 1960 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1960 Cadillac Seville is newer by 11 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 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Cadillac Seville (211 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1949 Buick 40. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1949 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 335 kg more than 1949 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 | 1960 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | 40 | Seville |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5249 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.5 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2200 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3310 mm |
