1949 Buick 40 vs. 1992 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 1992 Marcos Mantula 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 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Marcos Mantula (173 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1949 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 1949 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Buick 40 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1992 Marcos Mantula.
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 Marcos Mantula | |
| Make | Buick | Marcos |
| Model | 40 | Mantula |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 3945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 890 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2280 mm |
