1949 Buick 40 vs. 2000 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2000 Opel Speedster 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 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1949 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1949 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Buick 40 weights approximately 687 kg more than 2000 Opel Speedster.
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 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | 40 | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1008 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2340 mm |
