1949 Buick 40 vs. 1989 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1989 Nissan Laurel is newer by 40 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 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Laurel (202 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1949 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1949 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Buick 40 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1989 Nissan Laurel.
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 | 1989 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | 40 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1380 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2680 mm |
