1949 Buick 40 vs. 1998 Plymouth Pronto Spyder
To start off, 1998 Plymouth Pronto Spyder 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 5,249 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Buick 40 weights approximately 551 kg more than 1998 Plymouth Pronto Spyder.
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 Plymouth Pronto Spyder | |
Make | Buick | Plymouth |
Model | 40 | Pronto Spyder |
Year Released | 1949 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5249 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1314 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2750 mm |