1949 Buick 40 vs. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire
To start off, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is newer by 13 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 5,249 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1949 Buick 40. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 1949 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Buick 40 weights approximately 568 kg more than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire.
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 | 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | |
| Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 40 | Jetfire |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5249 cc | 3531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1297 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2850 mm |
