1949 Buick 40 vs. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena
To start off, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is newer by 51 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, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1949 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena should accelerate faster than 1949 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Buick 40 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena.
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 | 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | 40 | KS 360 Modena |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 3572 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1690 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2600 mm |
