1949 Buick 40 vs. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 49 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 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1949 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 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 123 kg more than 1998 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 | 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | 40 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 5737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1572 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2860 mm |
