1949 Buick 40 vs. 2001 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2001 TVR Tuscan is newer by 52 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, 2001 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1949 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1949 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Buick 40 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2001 TVR Tuscan.
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 | 2001 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Buick | TVR |
| Model | 40 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1175 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2290 mm |
