1949 Buick 40 vs. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 20 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1949 Buick 40. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1949 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Buick 40 weights approximately 463 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 | 1969 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | 40 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5249 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1402 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2500 mm |
