1954 Buick 40 vs. 2008 BMW 318
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 BMW 318.
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, 1954 Buick 40 (309 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 2008 BMW 318 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | 40 | 318 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4328 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2730 mm |