1949 Buick 40 vs. 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 29 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1949 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1949 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 95 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 | 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 40 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1790 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3030 mm |
