1949 Buick 40 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 56 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1949 Buick 40. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1949 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Buick 40 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 | 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | 40 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5249 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1440 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2810 mm |
