1954 Buick 40 vs. 2010 BMW M6
To start off, 2010 BMW M6 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 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M6 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1954 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (309 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 2010 BMW M6 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | 40 | M6 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4328 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1854 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2781 mm |