1968 Alpine A 110 vs. 1948 Buick 40
To start off, 1968 Alpine A 110 is newer by 20 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, 1948 Buick 40 (142 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1968 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Buick 40 weights approximately 1273 kg more than 1968 Alpine A 110. 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:
| 1968 Alpine A 110 | 1948 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Alpine | Buick |
| Model | A 110 | 40 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 5249 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 109.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1848 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 3000 mm |
