1949 Buick 40 vs. 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car
To start off, 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car is newer by 21 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 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car (365 HP) has 251 more horse power than 1949 Buick 40. (114 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car should accelerate faster than 1949 Buick 40.
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 | 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car | |
| Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 40 | 442 Indy Pace Car |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 7467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 108 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
