1949 Buick 40 vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2002 BMW Z3 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z3 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1949 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1949 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Buick 40 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2002 BMW Z3.
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:
| 1949 Buick 40 | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | 40 | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1360 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2450 mm |
