1956 Bentley S1 vs. 1948 Buick 40
To start off, 1956 Bentley S1 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,249 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Buick 40 weights approximately 123 kg more than 1956 Bentley S1.
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:
1956 Bentley S1 | 1948 Buick 40 | |
Make | Bentley | Buick |
Model | S1 | 40 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4887 cc | 5249 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 142 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1848 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3000 mm |