1949 Buick 40 vs. 1967 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1967 Avanti Avanti is newer by 18 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 5,352 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1949 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1949 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Buick 40 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1967 Avanti Avanti.
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 | 1967 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Buick | Avanti |
| Model | 40 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 5352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1460 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2780 mm |
