1956 Buick 40 vs. 1945 Maserati 8
To start off, 1956 Buick 40 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Maserati 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Maserati 8 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1945 Maserati 8 (424 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1945 Maserati 8 should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1945 Maserati 8.
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 Buick 40 | 1945 Maserati 8 | |
| Make | Buick | Maserati |
| Model | 40 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1945 |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 780 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2800 mm |
