1955 Buick 40 vs. 1955 Opel Kapitan
To start off, both 1955 Buick 40 and 1955 Opel Kapitan were released in the same year (1955). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine.
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:
| 1955 Buick 40 | 1955 Opel Kapitan | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | 40 | Kapitan |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5277 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
