1954 Buick 40 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 57 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, 2011 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2011 BMW 120.
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 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | 40 | 120 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4328 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1415 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2670 mm |