1949 Buick 40 vs. 1995 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 46 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1949 Buick 40. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1949 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Buick 40 weights approximately 97 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 | 1995 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | 40 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1548 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2450 mm |
