1949 Buick 40 vs. 1989 TVR Speed Eight
To start off, 1989 TVR Speed Eight 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 5,249 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 TVR Speed Eight (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1949 Buick 40. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR Speed Eight should accelerate faster than 1949 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Buick 40 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1989 TVR Speed Eight.
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 TVR Speed Eight | |
| Make | Buick | TVR |
| Model | 40 | Speed Eight |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5249 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1120 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2470 mm |
