1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1948 Buick 40
To start off, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 15 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. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1948 Buick 40. (142 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1948 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Buick 40 weights approximately 478 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600.
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:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1948 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | 2600 | 40 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 5249 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 109.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1848 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3000 mm |
