1952 Buick 40 vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW Z4 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1952 Buick 40. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1952 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Buick 40 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2012 BMW Z4.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW Z4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Buick 40 | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | 40 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4066 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1791 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2497 mm |