1949 Buick 40 vs. 2004 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2004 TVR Speed 12 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 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Speed 12 (791 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 683 more horse power than 1949 Buick 40. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1949 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Buick 40 weights approximately 645 kg more than 2004 TVR Speed 12.
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 | 2004 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Buick | TVR |
| Model | 40 | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 791 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2570 mm |
