1949 Buick 40 vs. 1992 Ferrari 456
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 456 is newer by 43 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1949 Buick 40. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1949 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Buick 40 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1992 Ferrari 456.
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 | 1992 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | 40 | 456 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5249 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 436 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1700 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2660 mm |
