1949 Buick 40 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 55 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1949 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1949 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Buick 40 weights approximately 353 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Buick 40 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | 40 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1342 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2360 mm |
