1954 Buick 40 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 56 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, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40.
Because 2010 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 will offer significantly more control. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | 40 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2770 mm |
