1949 Buick 40 vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 64 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 5,249 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (306 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1949 Buick 40. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1949 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 696 kg more than 1949 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | 40 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5249 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2561 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3221 mm |
