1941 Buick 40 vs. 1964 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 1964 BMW 3200 CS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1941 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 BMW 3200 CS (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1941 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 1941 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Buick 40 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1964 BMW 3200 CS.
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:
| 1941 Buick 40 | 1964 BMW 3200 CS | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | 40 | 3200 CS |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1500 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2840 mm |
